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TotalBoat ThickSet Clear Casting Epoxy is a deep pour resin system ideal for thick casting, embedding & molding projects. Water-clear, 2-part formula makes DIY projects easy—just measure, mix and pour! Simple 3 parts resin to 1 part hardener mix ratio creates a deep, glass-like finish on bars, counters and tables, highlighting the surface itself or the creative objects you've embedded, such as shells, bottle caps & photos.

ThickSet lets you pour deeper single layers than traditional tabletop epoxy. For large pours (river tables or slabs), pour single layers up to 1/2 inch deep. Pour small castings (using less than 16 oz. of epoxy) up to 1 inch deep. Long working time lets you experiment & have fun! Cured epoxy is BPA-free, safer for food contact.

Choose Kit size: 1.3 QT, 1.3 GAL, 4 GAL or 8 GAL.

Note: ThickSet Epoxy is also available in a 55 gallon kit. Please contact us for pricing.

Tech Specs
Item Number Kit Size Component Quantity
TB-0044 1.3 Quart Kit 1 Quart TotalBoat ThickSet Epoxy and 1/3 Quart ThickSet Hardener
TB-9963 1.3 Gallon Kit 1 Gallon TotalBoat ThickSet Epoxy and 1/3 Gallon ThickSet Hardener
TB-9964 4 Gallon Kit 3 Gallons TotalBoat ThickSet Epoxy and 1 Gallon ThickSet Hardener
TB-0680 8 Gallon Kit 6 Gallons TotalBoat ThickSet Epoxy and 2 Gallons ThickSet Hardener
Application Temperature 65°F-80°F
Mix Ratio by Volume 3A:1B
Mix Ratio by Weight 100A:28B
Pot Life @ 77°F 10-15 minutes
Working Time @ 77°F 45-60 minutes, depending on mixing mass, material temperature, ambient temperature, mixing time, speed of mixing, speed of application, & casting and coating thickness.
Gel Time @ 77°F (150g mass) 5.5 hours
Thinner Do not thin TotalBoat ThickSet
Cleanup Denatured alcohol (uncured epoxy)
Coverage 1.5 sq. ft./gallon of mixed ThickSet, with a 1" thick layer
Maximum Pour Depth, Per Layer The maximum single-pour depth is 1/2'' for river pours, slab pours; 1'' for smaller castings using less than 16 oz. of epoxy.
Shelf Life At least one year after date of manufacture, if stored properly
Info & Guides

Easy Instructions for TotalBoat ThickSet Epoxy

1 - MEASURE

Pour 3 parts resin and 1 part hardener by volume into a clean mixing cup (DO NOT mix more than 1 total gallon of material at a time).

NOTE: For convenience dispensing smaller amounts of ThickSet, try our new calibrated 3:1 Epoxy Pumps. No guessing, no mess, and a perfect cure every time!

2 - MIX

Stir for 2-3 minutes to mix thoroughly. Pour into a clean mixing cup and stir for another 2-3 minutes.

3 - POUR

Pour slowly, to minimize air bubbles. Use a spreader to help level out the layer. The maximum single-pour depth is 1" for large pours, and 2" for casting in small molds**.

Step pouring additional layers: Wait until the previous layer is cool, but still soft enough to indent with a fingernail, and pour the next layer of ThickSet directly on top.

IMPORTANT!

  • **Environmental conditions are extremely important to the quality of the cure, and to achieving the best clarity and surface finish. Depending on the overall mass of epoxy being poured at a single time, the depth that it is poured, and the ambient temperature, excessive heat may build up from the reaction, causing potential yellowing, cracks, or other shrinkage. Helping to dissipate the heat may help promote the best results. For the epoxy to cure fully, the ambient temperature must be between 65°F and 80°F. When pouring for larger projects, such as slabs or tables, do not exceed a pour depth of 1/2 in to 1" to prevent yellowing or excessive heat from the cure.
  • Multiple, step pours are recommended, rather than one thick coat, which will generate excessive heat, distorting the surface.
  • Do not place items hotter than 125°F on the cured surface.
  • Not designed for continuous UV exposure. If the item will be used outdoors, the cured surface must be coated with a UV-filtering varnish to prevent yellowing and fogging.

Should I Use TotalBoat ThickSet Epoxy or TotalBoat TableTop Epoxy?

Both of these epoxies give you beautiful results for crystal-clear coating, casting, embedding or encapsulating projects. However, TotalBoat TableTop Epoxy is more of a 'coating' epoxy, and TotalBoat ThickSet epoxy, is more of a 'casting' epoxy designed for thicker pours.

TotalBoat ThickSet Epoxy Advantages

  • Requires fewer pours to achieve final thickness of 1/2" and more
  • Reduces possibility of banding (ability to see individual layers)
  • Gives you longer working time at room temperature

Designed for thick casting, ThickSet allows you to do deeper single-layer pours than you can do with TotalBoat TableTop Epoxy. For example, you can pour a single layer of TotalBoat ThickSet 1/2"-1" deep when pouring into large areas or molds, and up to 2" deep when pouring into small molds.

TotalBoat TableTop Epoxy Advantages

  • Faster cure time for coating and shallow-depth embedding projects
  • Simpler 1:1 mix ratio (ThickSet is 3:1)

The maximum single-layer depth for TotalBoat TableTop Epoxy is 1/8"-1/4".

For deeper pours, should I use TotalBoat ThickSet or ThickSet Fathom epoxy - what's the difference?

TotalBoat ThickSet and ThickSet Fathom epoxies are both crystal clear resin systems that can be poured deeper than traditional epoxy, and both are ideal for castings, river tables, and slab pours, but if you want to do really deep pours, use ThickSet Fathom because you can pour it in thicker single layers than ThickSet. The table below contains more information to help you decide which ThickSet formula is right for your project.
ThickSet ThickSet Fathom
Best Used For Smaller scale castings and pours; ideal for castings using less than 16 fl. oz. per pour Larger scale projects and castings using 1/2 to 1 gallon of mixed epoxy
Advantages Shorter demold time, shorter recoat time Deepest pour depth per layer, longer working time, fewer pours, easier mix ratio
Max Pour Depth Per Layer 1" for smaller castings using less than 16 oz. of epoxy; 1/2" for river tables, slab pours, live edge tables 3" for larger castings, and up to 2" deep for river tables, slab pours, and live edge tables
Working Time 45-60 minutes 2-4 hours
Demold Time 12-24 hours 48-72+ hours
Full Cure Time 5-7 days 5-10 days
Mix Ratio by Volume 3:1 2:1

Technical Information

ThickSet Features

  • Specifically formulated for the thicker pours used in casting, molding, encapsulating & embedding projects.
  • Easy to use, even if you've never worked with epoxy before.
  • Simple 3 to 1 mix ratio.
  • Can be tinted with epoxy-safe coloring agents.
  • Long working time perfect for pouring large tables or slabs.
  • Low-odor, low-VOC formula is great for indoor use.
  • The cured epoxy surface is BPA-free, safer for tables coming into contact with food.

PERSONAL SAFETY

For your protection, wear safety glasses, long sleeves, and disposable gloves to prevent contact with skin and eyes while mixing, pouring, and working with TotalBoat ThickSet. It's also very important that your work area is well ventilated.

Reviews for TotalBoat ThickSet Clear Casting Epoxy Kits

10 of 87 Reviews

May 16, 2023

Terrible. The resin had leaked out. When I opened the packag
By Iceboater from Detroit

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Used in a mold. Had some bubbles.

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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February 2, 2023

I will buy this product again!
By Kenny D from Blackfoot, ID

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I am a first time epoxy user and spent several months researching which epoxy was the best. It came down to Total Boat epoxy and one other brand. I decided on total boat because of how long they have been in the game. I'm glad I went with Total Boat Thickset! My project turn out amazing. Easy to use. Make sure you mix your epoxy and it will set how it is supposed to!

Epoxy River Table
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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January 17, 2023

Love all of total boats resin
By Oceanside Thoughts from Wellfleet, MA

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Great first experience when I bought this resin. It comes out crystal clear and it is great quality. I had a couple of questions about this particular resin and when I called total boats customer service, the man who answered the phone was very helpful. Great customer service and great products.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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January 4, 2023

A gift for a friend
By Valgal from Detroit

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I was told that our friend has been learning a new craft and running low on your product. I learned your company was out of the size needed. The gal I talked to assured me it would be in stock on time. She was so helpful and what a great experience.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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January 3, 2023

Great product
By David Smith from Venice, Fl.

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Have used this a couple of times and am very happy with it. Works as promised drying time is acceptable and dries crystal clear. My suggestion and I highly recommend is to use a vacuum chamber, especially since it is a thick pour. Would recommend this and there other products as everything I have used has worked perfectly as long as instructions are followed. Nice to get a product that does what it says.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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November 11, 2022

Fantastic for Deep Pours
By Michelle from Albuquerque, NM

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My first order of total boat arrived to my house completed spilled and saturated the entire box. I reached out to customer service and they sent me a replacement order immediately. After receiving the replacement, I used the epoxy for a custom order for a friend where I poured it into a large silicone mold with photos inside. I was able to pour around an inch at a time, and although the curing time is longer than I'm used to, it came out flawlessly! No bubbles, just clean perfection. This really is the best deep pour expose I've worked with.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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November 7, 2022

This resin is wonderful!
By Bob from Roland, Iowa

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I used Total Boat Thickset to make 15 charcuterie boards for I used Total Boat Thickset to make 15 charcuterie boards for Christmas gifts this year. It is easy to work with and my projects look amazing! I would highly recommend this--especially for charcuterie boards and especially for beginners like me.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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October 12, 2022

Woks like they say
By Captain Wade from Mandeville, LA

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This is the second time using this product, and I'm filling holes and checks in sinker cypress with it. When mixed with the "metallic" color packets it is really striking. My pours have been about 3/4" thick, done at the end of my workday. Plenty of working time. When I return to the shop the next day I can dent it with my fingernail, so I can make another pour without sanding to reach the desired thickness.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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September 21, 2022

Lots I like about working w this resin
By TovaGoldArt from Las Vegas

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I'm working on a large-scale project that includes making 3,000 gummy bears ina. rainbow of colors that I'm sharing online as I go. I switched to Total Boat after seeing another maker use it. It doesn't leave bubbles on top of my poured parts. It dries harder and "crisper" than the resin I used prior. I use the pre-measured pump which makes it so easy to keep making new batches. For this application, I like that it's a thinner pouring consistency than other resins I've used.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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September 10, 2022

Easy to use. Great for large projects without pressure pot
By Chanisaw Dagger from San Diego, CA

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Had a great experience with this product. Our project yellowed a tad bit, but, we started pouring during a heatwave and ambient temps were in the 90's and possibly 100's in the shop. We are aware that is not the recommended ambient temp but, we had already started. We made a 4 1/4" slab 16 x 26". Based on the temp we pours either 1/4" or 1/2" pours. I think it was 12 pours in total. Pleased with it. Minor air bubbles formed but, we think it was from the bones. We found a mummified cat under my house running power and decided to cast it in epoxy. I think air escaped from the rib bones as the layers cured over 7 days.

Mummified Cat in epoxy
Melamine stuck to the bottom so the back is scuffed up. Will buff out and hopefully this is see through in the end.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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