Dying epoxy

[DSurette]

I would like to start using colored epoxy in addition to painting blanks and tubes. What do you use to color the epoxy and are there any tips that I should know about the process?

I'm using Ceramcoat for my painting but it seems to not adhere to the tubes very well even after sanding them. Some of it scrapes off when inserting it into the blank, even after drying 24 hours.

Thanks,
Dave

 

[JimMc7]

I use a drop or two of Mixol and no ill effects on the epoxy in my experience. I use Apple Barrel acrylic on a Q-tip to paint the inside of the blanks. I rarely paint the tubes after converting to reverse painting the inside of blanks.

 

[ssajn]

I've used Testor paint. For black I mix in powdered charcoal.