What is the difference between jesmonite and other materials?

You may have heard about jesmonite and how great it is to use, or perhaps you have never heard of it before and want to compare it to other materials on the market.

 We have compiled a small comparison guide below to help you understand how jesmonite differs from other similar materials in the market.

Let's start by understanding what jismonite is…

From the construction of ornate structures to home decor, jesmonite has quickly become the material of choice for artists, craftsmen, and makers around the world.

 The system consisting of two parts includes a metal powder and an acrylic resin. They are mixed together and then poured into a mold.

 Jesmonite is one of the more environmentally conscious options when it comes to resins and epoxies as it contains no solvents or volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The end result is a finished piece that looks like smooth stone.

Lightweight and durable, and can be adapted using decoration, pigments, metallic effects, and techniques such as terrazzo. Typically, creations of Jesmonite AC100 and AC300 are ready to be removed from the mold in just 15-30 minutes, making the casting process quick and enjoyable!

The difference between the Gysmonite and the resin

"Much like the gemstone, the popularity of resin resin has grown significantly over the past few years in the world and Palestine."

The positive side of resin is that it gives a more transparent effect than jesmonite. You can add colors to resin in the form of pigments and mica powder and create transparent and shiny pieces.

While working with jesmonite does not produce transparent pieces, but rather colored according to your choice (the basic color of jesmonite is white).

 The downside of resin is that it can take 24 hours to cure compared to Jesmonite AC100 and AC300, which take 15-30 minutes to fully cure.

 This makes the working time with resin much longer than with jesmonite and is something to consider if you plan to sell ready-made pieces (parts, coasters, etc.).

Another consideration in the comparison is the composition of the environmentally friendly jesmonite materials, as all of its products are solvent-free and do not contain volatile organic compounds, making it the best choice from an environmental perspective.

The difference between jismonite and cement

Think of jesmonite as cement but more creative.

However, when we think of cement, we probably think of gray pavement or a crumbling road. Of course you can be creative with cement, but jesmonite is much easier to work with and much better at achieving vibrant cuts and colors that you can't achieve with cement, and jesmonite AC100 (for creative artwork) is a strong, lightweight, silicone mold-friendly product compared to cement.

The cement was manufactured for external works that will bear high weights when used, and we liken it to jesmonite AC730. Even in this comparison, the AC730 product is lighter in weight, waterproof, and does not deteriorate over time like cement.

Even using quick-drying cement, the hardening time of the cement is still 24 hours. It is much longer 15-30 minutes compared to AC100 and AC300.

Jesmonite is also easier for grinding and sanding, unlike cement of various types.

Cement is not ideal if you are impatient like us, and are looking for stunning pieces!

The difference between jesmonite, Turkish powder, and gypsum

"Gypsum and Turkish powder are the closest alternatives to Jesmonite AC100, AC200, and AC300, as each of these systems relies on gypsum like Jesmonite, and they require a slightly longer time to cure, taking between 40 to 55 minutes to set."

But unlike jesmonite, gypsum and Turkish powder are very brittle and can crack easily and the final product is not as strong as jesmonite.

There are also no water-resistant types of gypsum, while jesmonite comes with water-resistant and outdoor-resistant options to give you a wider range of casting options such as outdoor plant pots, plates, coasters, dispensers, and more.

Conclusion

The best and most effective materials for use in artistic and handmade works are jesmonite and epoxy resin, as the resin is more effective for transparent works, and jesmonite is more effective for colored works, terrazzo techniques, and works that we want to complete as quickly as possible.

We hope we have helped shed some light on how Jesmonite compares to other materials you may have seen or heard about, but if you have any other questions, please leave them in the comments below.