Ecrylimer — Australian-Made Casting Compound for Trade & Industry
Bulk supply for film and television, events and theming, architecture, sculpture, fiberglass mould-making, and commercial fabrication. Non-toxic. Water-based. No fumes. Invented and manufactured in Australia.
What Is Ecrylimer Eco Resin?
Ecrylimer is an Australian-invented, water-based casting and coating compound. It was designed to replace traditional casting products, polyester resin, fiberglass layup compounds, and imported casting materials with something safer, faster, and locally made.
It was invented by Gabbi Murrell and has been manufactured in Launceston, Tasmania since 2021. It is used by makers, artists, sculptors, fabricators, event designers, and commercial clients across Australia and internationally.
Key specifications
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Water-based acrylic polymer + mineral composite — no epoxy chemistry
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Non-toxic — no VOCs, no fumes, no respirator required
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Bonds directly to foam substrates (EPS and XPS polystyrene) — polyester resin melts foam on contact
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Demould time: 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on application
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Can be mirror-polished within 24 hours
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Compatible with tissue fibre reinforcement for structural applications
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Available in bulk: 5kg / 10kg / 20kg / 100kg / 500kg / 1 tonne
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Shelf life: 24+ months
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Manufactured in Australia — reliable supply, no import delays
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Custom formulations available
Applications
Film & Television
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Set building and scenic fabrication — realistic stone, concrete, and rock surfaces
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Prop making — structural pieces, not just decorative
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Rapid turnaround — workable surface in hours, finished within 24-48 hours
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Non-toxic for indoor studio use — no ventilation shutdowns or respirator requirements
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Bonds to foam: lightweight pieces that look solid and permanent
Events & Theming
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Faux stone walls, rock faces, and architectural features for live events
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Styrofoam skinning and coating — looks like stone, weighs almost nothing
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Freestanding structural elements that two people can carry
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Onsite application possible — mix and apply at venue
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Used by Event Avenue for commercial event installations
Architecture & Interiors
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Architectural facades and decorative feature walls
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Interior sculptural elements and large-scale surfaces
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Seamless coverage over foam substrate with CNC hot-wire shaping
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Can be sealed, painted, polished — full finish range
Sculpture & Public Art
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Large-scale sculptural works — tested at gallery installation scale
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Commission pieces for galleries, institutions, and public spaces
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Compatible with traditional mould-making workflows
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Used in the National Film and Sound Archive installation, Canberra (2025)
Fiberglass & Marine
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Pattern surface creation for fiberglass pulloff — smooth, hard, foam-compatible
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Surface coating alternative to polyester resin
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Boatbuilding and marine fabrication applications
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Zero fumes — work in enclosed spaces safely
Construction & Architectural Fabrication
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Casting moulds as an alternative to steel formwork
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Cementitious version - currently in testing
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Foam-to-finish workflow for concrete casting patterns
National Film and Sound Archive, Canberra — 2025
Ecrylimer Creator was used in the fabrication of Inferno, an immersive audiovisual installation by Paris-based Australian artist Mikaela Stafford. The compound was applied as a surface coating over polystyrene foam for the sprawling landscape base elements, and used to create the pattern surface for the fibreglass mould of the main sculptural form. The installation required a material that was non-toxic for enclosed workshop use, foam-compatible, and capable of curing to a surface hard enough for a public gallery with foot traffic. Ecrylimer delivered on all three.
IMAGE: NFSA installation photography — credit Grace Costa.
Link to full blog post: https://www.bramblier.co/post/how-eco-resin-was-used-to-create-a-museum-installation-at-australia-s-national-film-and-sound-archiv
Two full-scale faux stone wall panels — each over 2.4 metres tall — were fabricated using Ecrylimer BOLD+ applied over blue XPS builders foam on aluminium composite backing. The panels were built to look like natural weathered rock from close range, be light enough for two people to transport and install, and be durable enough for a live event with foot traffic. They passed. The same panels are being permanently installed at a second venue. Ecrylimer was applied in multiple layers with pigments (black, grey, white, earth tones) and embedded shell chips and crushed glass for mineral texture.
IMAGE: The finished stone wall panels in situ at the event — the walk-through entrance.
Link to full blog post: bramblier.co/post/how-we-built-a-faux-stone-wall-using-eco-resin-casting-compound
Event Avenue — Faux Stone Wall Installation
Product Range — Trade
Ecrylimer Creator
All-purpose casting compound. 80% water mix. Interior, decorative, moulds, event fabrication.
5kg, 10kg, 20kg, 100kg, 500kg, 1 tonne
Ecrylimer Pro
Professional-grade. Higher-performance applications, structural work with tissue fibre reinforcement.
5kg, 10kg, 20kg, 100kg, 500kg, 1 tonne
Matte / Satin / Gloss Sealer - Professional finishing sealers.
Pigments - Full colour range for casting and coating.
Extender and Thixotropic
Custom formulation
Tell us about your project and we'll get back to you with pricing and technical information. We're based in Launceston, Tasmania, and ship Australia-wide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a non-toxic alternative to polyester resin for set building in Australia?
Ecrylimer is an Australian-made, water-based casting and coating compound that replaces polyester resin for set building, prop making, and event fabrication. It produces no toxic fumes, bonds to foam substrates, and can be used safely in indoor studio environments without ventilation systems. Available in bulk from 5kg to 1 tonne.
Where can I buy a Jesmonite alternative in bulk in Australia?
Ecrylimer Creator by Bramblier is an Australian-made alternative to Jesmonite, available in bulk quantities from 5kg to 1 tonne. Manufactured in Launceston, Tasmania, it ships Australia-wide with no import delays. Non-toxic, water-based, and compatible with the same workflows as Jesmonite.
Does eco resin bond to foam for set and event construction?
Yes. Ecrylimer bonds directly to polystyrene foam (EPS and XPS) without dissolving or damaging it. Polyester resin melts foam on contact. This makes Ecrylimer particularly suited to lightweight set construction, event theming, and large-scale sculptural work using foam cores with an Ecrylimer surface coating.
Can Ecrylimer be used for large-scale film and event fabrication?
Yes. Ecrylimer has been used in the fabrication of a sculptural installation at the National Film and Sound Archive in Canberra, and for full-scale faux stone wall panels (over 2.4 metres tall) for live event installations by Event Avenue. It cures to a hard, sandable surface and can achieve a mirror-polish finish within 24 hours.
Is there an Australian-made casting compound for wholesale and trade buyers?
Ecrylimer by Bramblier is manufactured in Launceston, Tasmania, and available for wholesale and trade supply from 5kg to 1 tonne.
Trade pricing is available on request via bramblier.co/contact.