Newbie epoxy polishing problems


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I have just finished my first epoxy coffee table and i sanded and polished it as per the video but it is coming up to a satin finish at best not a high gloss. what am i doing wrong?

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First attempt so not gone too big. It’s 28” x 9 “
Not too happy with it at the moment. Think I expected a better finish than I’ve got so far.
Here’s the top and reverse of the table.
Trying to upload pic but it won’t do it ???
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Bhamoggy - 10/18/2018 7:28:39 PM

looks good. second photo has great depth of colour to it and nice grain to the wood. Thanks for sharing it

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First attempt and not sure which side to have as top surface yet. Gonna use a clear gloss yacht varnish and see what it looks like after.
Already preparing for second project.
Gonna be a Brighton beach table. Just laid out in preparation. Will do 3mm first pour hopefully tomorrow.
What do you think of this?




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