Amaco Plaster Sculptamold Modeling Compound 3lb-White

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The texture is smoother than other paper-pulp based modeling compounds that you get in a powder form and mix with water; it’s not 100% lump free, but it is smoother than CelluClay, for example. Usually dries very rough, even if you mist it and try to smooth it, generally requires sanding unless rough look is desired Try experimenting with more water. Not much more, but a little. It sounds like you're using it at the dry end of the mix. Palette knife – useful for spreading the Sculptamold because of the bend in the handle but again any knife will do.

Doesn’t hold onto fine detail work well at all; there's a brief period between wet and dry that would allow you to press like a metal tool or stamp into it, but it's hard to find that sweet spot and I didn't test this extensively, so I wouldn't could on it being able to be decorated in this way. We require this information to understand your needs and provide you with a better service, and in particular for the following reasons:Since it does tend to dry so fast, it probably is much less likely to grow mold or mildew than lots of other powder modeling compounds like instant paper mache because it doesn't stay moist for very long, though I would still take precautions to keep it in a dry, clean area so as to avoid any spores taking root and generally treat this stuff as something to not get damp later on if possible. We will not sell, distribute or lease your personal information to third parties unless we have your permission or are required by law to do so. We may use your personal information to send you promotional information about third parties which we think you may find interesting if you tell us that you wish this to happen. After shaking closed bag to thoroughly blend contents, add water to Sculptamold® as directed on bag and begin modelling. Sculptamold® sets in 30 minutes, so prepare only as much as can be used in a half hour of modelling time.

It is also possible that your canvas is the source of the mold, especially if it has been stored damp. After you stretch it on your frame, spray it with Concrobium Mold Remover (available at Home Depot and other fine stores) and let it dry completely before applying the Sculptamold. It will kill any spores that are present. You can also spray your shower (or sink, or any other nearby water source) with it, which will kill any mold lurking there. It holds paint very nicely (Also, I did not attempt to color this stuff with paint beforehand; I painted on top of it when totally dry, so I can't say if it the white modeling compound can be colored beforehand or if this will do something bad to it, like stop the chemical reaction that makes it dry so fast). When it’s fully dry, it’s very hard and durable. In fact, when I had to get it off of an armature I wanted to reuse, I had to smash it against the edge of my stone steps several times to break it apart. As long as a piece isn't too small/thin, it could probably handle being dropped and bunch--at least more so than a clay you have to fire. Probably needs to be sealed to remain moisture proof; whether with paint or an acrylic sealer or something.

Amaco - CLAYCRETE BAG - 1lb

This change of mind return policy is in addition to, and does not affect your rights under the Australian Consumer Law including any rights you may have in respect of faulty items. Basically, there are a couple of issues you might have. Mold needs an environment where the relative humidity is greater than 60% to grow. Your dehumidifier needs to be big enough to keep the humidity in your studio (or whatever) lower than that. You also need to be very conscientious about emptying it as soon as it is full, or a little sooner, because it doesn't do any good if it's shut off because the float trips the limit switch. Also, mold is carried by airborne spores. Try getting a HEPA air filter, which will remove spores from the air. First of all, I'll just come out with it: this stuff didn't do what I wanted it to. In fact, all the pieces I made with it were unsatisfactory and are now rejects sitting in a pile and I've since redone all the pieces with other materials.

As previously mentioned the setting/drying time depends on how much water you used in the mix and the environment its drying in. After shaking closed bag to thoroughly blend contents, add water to Sculptamold® asdirected on bag and begin modelling. Sculptamold® sets in 30 minutes, so prepare only as much as can be usedin a half hour of modelling time. Doesn’t really take on a proper “clay” texture so sculpting a glob of the stuff is very hard--think the texture of gooey chocolate chip cookie dough you have to plop down on a baking tray, rather than a sugar cookie dough you can mold and sculpt and add details to.

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Now that the initial corner has been done our centre board is having spaceboard cut to fit around the canal bridge for what will form a removable section at the moment. It will make the front of the layout much more presentable though by hiding all of the wiring from viewers at least. A signal box will sit on the embankment to the left of the bridge controlling the junction.