How to Care for Resin Ornaments – Ultimate Guide for Custom Resin Gifts

Looking after your custom resin ornaments—whether it’s a memorial resin heart, gothic resin skull, or pet keepsake—is easy when you know the right steps. Give them a bit of TLC, and your handcrafted pieces from Shellmon will stay vivid, glossy, and damage-free for years.

Why Proper Resin Care Matters

Epoxy resin is famous for its glass-like shine and durability, but without proper maintenance it can yellow, dull, crack, or even warp under extreme conditions (1). That’s why caring for resin isn’t just nice—it’s essential, especially for your cherished custom resin pieces.

1. Regular Dusting & Gentle Cleaning

Every dusting session helps preserve that flawless finish. A soft microfibre cloth is ideal. For deeper cleaning, warm water and mild soap work wonders—just rinse and pat dry (2). Never use abrasive pads or harsh chemicals—they’ll scratch and cloud the resin.

2. Shield Your Resin from Sunlight & UV Exposure

UV rays are a resin’s worst enemy. Even UV-stable resin yellows under intense sunlight (3). Always display ornaments like custom resin skulls or resin heart keepsakes indoors, away from direct sunlight.

3. Cleaning & Deeper Care

Never soak resin in water—it’s water-resistant, not waterproof (4). For stubborn marks, soak briefly in warm, soapy water, then wipe with a soft cloth or a baby toothbrush (5). Rinse well and dry thoroughly.

4. Safe Storage Techniques

When you’re storing ornaments, wrap them carefully in bubble wrap or acid-free tissue. Avoid stacking heavy items on top—resin can chip or crack under pressure (6). Use sturdy packaging like cardboard boxes and label them “Fragile”.

5. Polishing for Restoration

Resin pieces may dull over time. Bring back that showroom gloss with a light polish. Use a non-abrasive plastic polish or car wax and buff using a soft cloth. Test a small area first to ensure compatibility. Polishing will eliminate minor scratches and restore vibrant shine (7).

6. Protect from Heat, Chemicals & Physical Damage

• Never leave resin near radiators, hot cars, or ovens—heat can warp and soften the resin (8).
• Avoid harsh cleaners, bleach, solvents, perfumes, lotions, hand sanitiser or pool chemicals—these can dull or damage it (9).
• Handle with care—don’t drop them or bang them on hard surfaces; resin is tough but brittle (10).

Quick Resin Care Summary

Need Professional Advice?

Every Shellmon piece is handcrafted with love. If you’ve got a question about caring for your custom resin gift or need help with a tricky ornament, just get in touch with us here. We’re always ready to help preserve your piece’s beauty.