Art Resin has straightforward instructions and is easy to use. It is a 1 to 1 ratio for the final mixture. It take about three minutes to mix the resin and the hardener together, making sure you get into the corners of the mixing bowl to make sure they are thoroughly combined. If there is any left unmixed, you will have sticky spots after it cures.
First, I prep my piece by taping the back of the canvas with painters tape so once the resin is dry, I can peel away the tape. This prevents any drop from occurring while it dries. I make sure the piece is level so the resin sets evenly across the surface. I also make sure to put down enough cardboard under the piece so that the excess resin drips will not end up on the floor.
I mix 1/4 of each bottle together for the skim coat. I pour it on the piece and use the notched spreader to move the resin around the surface. I pull the excess to the edges so it covers the sides. After I have spread the resin evenly, I allow it to sit for about 10 minutes, then use a butane torch to pull the air bubbles to the surface.
Once it has begun to set I brush along the sides to even out the dripping resin. Allow about 30 hours for the skim coat to fully cure.
After it is completely dry, I take 120 grit sandpaper and remove any bumps. I then go in with 0000 steel wool to lightly sand the surface and give it a "tooth" so the flood coat can bond easily. I also wipe the surface with a dust free cloth to clears the piece of any loose dust particles.
For the flood coat, I mix the other 3/4 of each bottle together and pour in the middle of the canvas. Again I use the notched spreader to pull the resin to the edges allowing the excess to drip over and down the sides. I repeat the torch process and watch as the piece is drying to make sure the surface is perfect. I then cover the whole piece with a pre-built cardboard shelter to protect from dust, bugs, and debris.
After another 30 hours, I have the piece 99% finished. I now remove the painters tape that has caught the drips and now the piece of art is ready to hang! Finishing your art with resin will take you a few times to perfect the process, so I would suggest taking some scrap canvases to practice before coating an important piece.