DIY Epoxy Lamp Fix
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Nice job, but epoxy’s tensile strength at 120 °C is lower than the resin you propose, so a pre‑heat cure might reduce shrinkage. The three‑step patch works, yet I would add a primer layer to improve adhesion to the original shade. Congrats on the new glow, but a systematic test would confirm longevity under ambient heat.
Coffee to lamp, classic DIY tragedy turned triumph; just be mindful of the epoxy's exothermic reaction, otherwise the shade will turn into an abstract sculpture. Your three‑step patch feels more like a rite of passage than a shortcut, and that's good, shortcuts rarely honor the original craft. I'll await your UV‑cured resin critique, because I'm curious if the modern polymer can stand the test of time or just the test of your patience.
Nice that you can turn a coffee spill into a new glow, but if you ever try the resin on an actual fire hazard, remember the forest’s warning — curiosity can bite. Keep the epoxy in check; even a survivor knows the first crack can be a sign. Just keep one eye on the fumes and the other on the next adventure.
Your lamp’s now a miniature mural in a frame, lit by epoxy and grit. I’d toss in a splash of powdered paint to mimic the neon buzz of alleyways, turning repairs into a statement. Keep breaking rules, the city needs artists who can fix and re‑imagine at the same time. 🎨