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Eco Resin vs Plaster of Paris: Which Is Right for Your Studio?
Eco resin vs plaster of paris is one of the most common material questions we get from Indian makers who are either starting out or trying to understand why their PoP pieces are not surviving in the market. The honest answer is that they are not competing products. They are different materials with different strengths, and the right choice depends entirely on what you are making and what you need it to do. I'm Anirudh, founder of Artriso. We make CALSO ONE, so I have an obvious interest here. I'll... Read more...
How to Colour Eco Resin: Pigment Guide for CALSO ONE
Eco resin pigment selection is the decision that shapes everything downstream: the technique you can use, the colour stability after cure, and how much the finish changes once you apply a sealer. Get it right at the mixing stage and the rest of the process is predictable. Get it wrong and no amount of swirling or sealing fixes it. I'm Anirudh, founder of Artriso. This guide covers every pigment type that works reliably in CALSO ONE, the ratios for each, the mixing sequence that prevents uneven colour, and the five... Read more...
Two finished cast trays side-by-side showing the matte mineral finish of two Indian-made eco resins on a linen studio surface
CALSO ONE vs Beyond Mix: Two Indian Eco Resins, Compared
CALSO ONE vs Beyond Mix: an honest side-by-side of India's two locally-made water-based eco resins, on price, finish, supply, and workflow. Read more...
Two cast resin coasters in off-white and brilliant white, made with CALSO ONE by Artriso, Hyderabad
Jesmonite Alternative in India: An Honest Look at CALSO ONE
Looking for a jesmonite alternative in India? CALSO ONE is the Indian-made, single-component eco resin: easier, more affordable, studio-grade. Read more...
Two cast coasters side-by-side, one made with Artriso CALSO ONE and one with Jesmonite AC100, on a linen surface
Artriso vs Jesmonite: An Honest Comparison from the Manufacturer
Artriso vs Jesmonite for Indian studios: side-by-side on price, workflow, finish, and positioning. Written by the manufacturer, no spin. Read more...
Sealed eco resin coaster on a studio bench beside a GlazeSeal bottle
Is Eco Resin Waterproof? Complete Guide for Indian Makers
Is eco resin waterproof? Out of the mould, no. Eco resin is water-resistant: it handles splashes and brief contact without damage, but prolonged water exposure will dull the surface and... Read more...
Finished terrazzo tray made with CALSO ONE eco resin chips on a studio workbench in India
Eco Resin Terrazzo: How to Make Chips, Cast, Sand, and Finish
Eco resin terrazzo is currently the most-requested technique in our DMs and at our Hyderabad workshops. And it makes sense: the look translates perfectly into small cast objects, the technique... Read more...
Three Artriso sealers: Stone Wax, GlazeSeal, and Liquid Glass Varnish on a studio bench beside cured eco resin coasters
Concrete and Eco Resin Sealer
Choosing the right concrete and eco resin sealer is the last decision in making a cast piece production-ready, and it is the one most beginners skip or get wrong. The... Read more...
Digital scale and CALSO ONE eco resin powder measured out for a 3:1 mix at an Artriso studio workbench
Eco Resin Mixing Ratios, Curing Times & Working Tips Explained
Getting eco resin mixing ratios right is the single most important step for a clean cast. The ratio between powder and water determines how the slurry flows into the mould,... Read more...
Marbled eco resin coasters made with CALSO ONE showing pigment swirl patterns on a studio workbench in Hyderabad
Marbling with CALSO ONE: Technique Guide
Marbling with CALSO ONE is one of the most-searched techniques from our workshop students, and for good reason: the results are high-value, each piece is unrepeatable, and the technique has... Read more...
Two cast coasters side by side on a studio bench, one made with CALSO ONE eco resin and one with epoxy, showing the finish difference
Eco Resin vs Epoxy Resin: Which Is Better for India?
The eco resin vs epoxy question is one of the most common decisions facing Indian studio makers right now. Both materials produce cast objects. The chemistry, the safety profile, the... Read more...
Hands mixing CALSO ONE eco resin powder with water in a silicone cup at a studio workbench in India
How to Use Eco Resin: Beginner Step-by-Step Guide
Beginner's guide to using eco resin in India. The 3:1 mix, pot life, demould timing, and the three first-pour mistakes to avoid. Read more...
Hands pouring CALSO ONE eco resin slurry into a silicone tray mould in a studio in Hyderabad, India
Eco Resin: The Complete India Guide to Water-Based Acrylic Resin
Eco resin in India explained: what water-based acrylic resin is, how it compares to epoxy, the 3:1 mixing rule, and why studios choose CALSO ONE. Read more...