Can this be spread very thin with a spatula (to model ruins of a wall in a diorama model)? If so, would I vary the liquid/solid proportions?
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I will be happy to answer your question the best I can. First, I would say Plaster of Paris is not like clay that you can control and define. Yet, when you add paper or other material (Amazon sells bandage-like material you use specifically for Plaster of Paris, if you want more definition, just look at the bottom of the screen for what Amazon suggests go along with it, to purchase) to the mixture. When it dries, it is somewhat heavy, depending on what you are making. I have made piniatas by wrapping the paper around a balloon and popping the balloon after it dries, for instance. If it is only the part of the diorama where the wall or walls are, maybe it would be easier to use wood filler. You can get it in tube-form also, and apply it by squeezing the tube and then use a spatula or even craft stick, which is like a popsicle stick only wider. If your diorama encompases a large area, as apposed to a smaller model, maybe the plaster of paris would be doable. Other parts of the scene may work for using the plaster also. If you are in the service now and they still have Arts & Crafts Centers on Post, you may be able to get just a little bit of the plaster and see how it works. Mixing a small amount at a time is best because it hardens fast. I am creating a shelving unit for my bathroom using boxes as a base, to adhere strips to. The fat lady hasn't sung yet, so will see how this works out. :)
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You can make it as thin as the size of hole you cut at the end of the tube. Just know that even on the slowest speed, the smaller the bead the faster it comes out. So just be prepared to move fast. By the way this was a great investment. I would recommend this tool to anyone who does a lot of caulking.
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I'm not surs as I have never tried it. I am sure someone at an actual pottery type place could help though. Good luck.
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All loose. Not to thick at all. All of mine cracked because I made the fires to big. I had my buddy cut me some granite to put instead of the ceramic. Just keep fires small and you should be ok.
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This is great stuff, I filled 1/2 wide and some hair cracks. You need to heat the stuff up then pour it in, might work for what you are trying to do. Look up their number and give the owner a call, I did and he was really helpful.
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Actually everything I make usually has more of a runny consistency as with thicker things - find there are too many bubbles in the popsicle. When I did try something thicker, I scooped it with a spoon and kept tapping the bottom of the mold against the counter to flatten it out.
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I am not sure about paint, sand or wax. I used hopper for texturing my walls with drywall mud. You could always try changing out the spray nozzle's tips and give it a whirl.. good luck!
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You can thin it with 20% lacquer thinner, but test your spray pattern on something so that you don't have orange peel texture.
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Depends how thick you pour/ spread it on and the intended application. Spread VERY thin, maybe 10x10 to 12x12.
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Lots of trial and error for this stuff.... I found that the mold cannot be very intricate if it is use as THIN a coat as possible. I tried 2 molds I had to leave them out on the counter for over a day til they dried. One was shallow and dried quickly. The other deeper and took longer than a day and 1/2. Certainly didn't work like the video!! I was able to cover the mix with Saran Wrap and continue to work with the stuff over a week and it didn't dry out. I hope this helps
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I have used this on plastic pieces to make copies for lost/broken piece and it worked well. Now pouring in a plastic resin to make a part will not work if the plastic curing process is high head - like most. That will melt/distort the material as it is flexible at 160 degrees F. If making a copy with plastic parts I would recommend a silicone mold. If using something like green stuff - this would work well.
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Is probably not practical for paint....unless you were mixing mass quantities. Putting this in a full container of paint would probably be a mess... but I wouldn't do a mortar job without it
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I actually used this foam for my God of War/Kratos costume. it is completely possible to paint this without melting it. just be sure to not only test your paint on a piece not included in your project (i.e. cut a small piece off of 1 sheet) to be sure your paint selection won't melt the foam and you might also want to sand down the surface so you don't see the foam particles through the paint. but in short, Yes it is very possible. another option if you want to use spraypaint, use the "model train" spray sealant first and paint over that.
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I use my butter bell for butter only. I would imagine that a spread would work if packed down well like you do with butter. Hope someone else has tried other uses.
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I covered these blanks with polymer clay which should have added some strength to hold its shape. It did not hold. A thicker blank would most likely be better for your project.
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Yes - you can make nice casts of items with good detail and then use another medium to build - I used green stuff myself. On point to mention - I tried this with resin plastics and the heat created by the plastic destroyed the mold - I did get a decent copy. I just melted the instant mold and used it again with no real harm. Very nice to those one off molds you may need.
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You can add a little bit of water and stir to thin it back out. However, if it has turned solid, you will probably just have to toss it.