{"title":"Casting Resins","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"eti-easy-cast-casting-resin-kit","title":"ETI Easy Cast Casting Resin Kit","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82); font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;\"\u003eEasyCast is a two component, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 20px; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(82, 82, 82);\"\u003elow odor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82); font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;\"\u003e, solvent free, clear casting epoxy. It’s ideal for casting small decorative items such as kitchen and bathroom knobs. Color EasyCast with Castin’Craft opaque pigments for solid colors, transparent dyes for that colored glass look or granite powders for the look of stone. Mix and pour EasyCast into any of the Castin’Craft knob and pull molds to create your own decorative knob and pulls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82); font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;\"\u003eProduct #: 8oz Kit (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e33008), 16oz Kit \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(33016), 32oz Kit (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e33032), 128oz Kit (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e33128)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ETI Epoxy Coatings","offers":[{"title":"8oz","offer_id":46329314705708,"sku":"111977","price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16oz","offer_id":46329314771244,"sku":"111978","price":35.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32oz","offer_id":46329314804012,"sku":"111979","price":64.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"128oz","offer_id":46329314836780,"sku":"111980","price":195.33,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/3426\/4620\/files\/32oz_easycast.webp?v=1741302860"},{"product_id":"eti-transparent-colour-dyes-1oz","title":"ETI Transparent Colour Dyes - 30 mL","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82); line-height: 20px;\"\u003eThese universal dyes can be used with both Polyester and Epoxy Resins. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(82, 82, 82); line-height: 20px; background-color: rgb(242, 242, 242);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.eti-usa.com\/flipbooks\/ECRKnobs\/Default.html\" style=\"color: rgb(32, 130, 205); text-decoration: initial; cursor: pointer; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgb(255, 94, 153);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eA color blending chart is included in ETI’s “Easy Cast Resin Knobs” book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82); line-height: 20px;\"\u003eTransparent Dyes are available in 1oz. containers with drop dispenser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ETI Epoxy Coatings","offers":[{"title":"Transparent Amber","offer_id":46329317556524,"sku":"22828","price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Transparent Blue","offer_id":46329317622060,"sku":"22829","price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Transparent Green","offer_id":46329317687596,"sku":"22830","price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Transparent Red","offer_id":46329317753132,"sku":"22832","price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Transparent Yellow","offer_id":50148124557612,"sku":"22833","price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/3426\/4620\/files\/TransparentColourDyes-AB.png?v=1744755804"},{"product_id":"eti-universal-opaque-pigments-1oz","title":"ETI Universal Opaque Pigments - 30mL","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82); font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;\"\u003eThese universal opaque pigments can be used with Castin’Craft Clear Polyester Casting resin and Easy Cast Clear Casting Epoxy. Secondary colors such as orange and purple are easy to create by blending two or more pigments. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: inherit; line-height: 20px; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(82, 82, 82);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.eti-usa.com\/flipbooks\/ECRKnobs\/Default.html\" style=\"color: rgb(32, 130, 205); -webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgb(255, 94, 153);\"\u003eA color blending chart is included in ETI’s “Easy Cast Resin Knobs” book\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(82, 82, 82); font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;\"\u003eCastin’Craft Opaque Pigments are available in 1 oz. containers with drop dispenser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ETI Epoxy Coatings","offers":[{"title":"Opaque Black","offer_id":46329321783596,"sku":"22834","price":13.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Opaque Blue","offer_id":46329321816364,"sku":"22835","price":13.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Opaque Brown","offer_id":46329321849132,"sku":"23237","price":13.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Opaque Green","offer_id":46329321881900,"sku":"22836","price":13.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Opaque Opalescent","offer_id":46329321914668,"sku":"22831","price":13.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Opaque Red","offer_id":46329321947436,"sku":"22838","price":13.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Opaque White","offer_id":46329321980204,"sku":"23098","price":13.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Opaque Yellow","offer_id":46329322012972,"sku":"22839","price":13.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/3426\/4620\/files\/ETIUniversalPigments-RD.png?v=1744755405"},{"product_id":"smooth-on-smooth-cast-305-2x-5-gallon","title":"Smooth-On Smooth-Cast 305","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-Cast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e™ plastics offer tremendous versatility and economy. 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The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-Cast™ 320\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eresins are sister products to our popular S\u003cstrong\u003emooth-Cast™ 300\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSeries of bright white plastics, but are easier to color using\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSO-Strong™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIgnite™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecolor tints.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-Cast™ 320\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eseries is easy to mix and pour, offering the convenience of a 1A:1B by volume or 100A : 90B by weight mix ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSmooth-Cast™ 320\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSeries resins readily accept pigments and fillers (such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eURE-FIL™ 3, 5 and 7\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003efrom Smooth-On). 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Protective clothing (gloves and long sleeves) is required to minimize the risk of dermal sensitization. If breathing is affected or a dermal rash develops, immediately cease using this product and seek medical attention. 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Alja-Safe™ Breeze\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(Patent Pending) is a new liquid alginate which blends easily with water, creating a unique, skin safe moldmaking material.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Breeze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis perfect for making single-use pourable molds of hands, feet and other body parts. It captures excellent detail, giving you an accurate reproduction of your original. If you want to make a mold of vertical body surfaces, you can use original\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAlja-Safe™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Acrobat™\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Breeze\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eis easy to use and cures quickly. It reproduces fine detail and makes an excellent temporary mold – good for one or two reproductions of any body part. You can then cast plaster,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-Cast™ 300Q\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eultra-fast urethane resin or fast setting platinum silicone (such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDragon Skin™ FX Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e) into the mold to make a reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor making re-usable molds of any body part, use\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody Double™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esilicone rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: This product has not been tested and should not be used for dental applications.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e-\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eStore and use\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Breeze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eat room temperature.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Breeze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emay get warm in storage\/shipping during the summer months which will cause the material to set too fast. To remedy, store\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Breeze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein a cool area (60°F - 70°F or 15°C - 21°C) for 24 hours before using.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Breeze\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ehas a limited shelf life and should be used as soon as possible. Do not allow moisture to come into contact with unused\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Breeze\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake well before using.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake a mold of your thumb\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– make a mold of something small before going on to larger models.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou’ll gain a lot of experience with a small test.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplying A Release Agent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e–\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Breeze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewill not stick to most surfaces. When making a mold of a body part with body hair, a release preparation is recommended to prevent mechanical lock to the hair. CHOLESTEROL Brand Hair Conditioner (available at most pharmacies) can be applied to hair-covered areas prior to applying\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Breeze\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can be washed out of the hair easily after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBecause no two applications are quite the same, a small test application to determine suitability for your project is recommended if performance of this material is in question.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasuring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e–\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Breeze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis mixed 5 parts water to 1 part\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Breeze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eby volume (5 cups + 1 cup, for example). You can vary the water level somewhat to change consistency of the mixture. 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Check water temperature using a thermometer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Of The Water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e-\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAt 80° F \/ 27° C,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Breeze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewill have a working time of 3 minutes and a demold time of 8 minutes. Warmer water will cause the material to cure faster (less working time). Colder water will give a longer working time and slower demold time.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor best results, pour Alja-Safe™ Breeze into water and mix as directed.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e–\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlja-Safe™ Breeze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecan be hand mixed using a flat, stiff mixing stick with defined edges, but best results will be obtained using a power drill with a mixer attachment. Attach a Jiffy Mixer or Turbine Mixer to a power drill and mix for one minute (depending on volume) to a gel-like consistency. Scrape the sides and bottom of your container using a mixing stick several times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Change Indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- After mixing for the appropriate amount of time, the color turns from dark blue to light blue and the consistency becomes thicker and creamier. 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NIOSH approved respirator is recommended. Wear safety glasses, long sleeves and rubber gloves to minimize skin contact. This material has a high exotherm (generates heat). Do not mix components in glass or foam containers. Mixing containers should have straight sides and a flat bottom. Mixing sticks should be flat and stiff with defined edges for scraping the sides and bottom of your mixing container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials should be stored and used in a room temperature environment (73°F\/23°C) at 55% relative humidity or less. Elevated temperatures will reduce Pot Life. \u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAmite™ 100\u003c\/strong\u003e Resin and \u003cstrong\u003e101, 102, 103 Hardener\u003c\/strong\u003e must be properly measured and thoroughly mixed to achieve full, high-strength, solid-cure properties. For best results, using an accurate gram scale to weigh components is recommended. \u003cstrong\u003eBecause no two applications are quite the same, a small test application to determine suitability for your project is recommended if performance of this material is in question.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eApplying A Release Agent\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e–\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFor releasing epoxy from non-porous surfaces such as resin, metal, glass etc., use\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEase Release™ 200 or 205\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(available from Smooth-On) to prevent adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMeasuring \/ Dispensing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e–\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccurate ratio measurements by volume or weight are required for the material to cure properly and develop full physical properties. For best results, using an accurate gram scale to weigh components is recommended. Stir Part A and Part B thoroughly before dispensing. Refer to specified Mix Ratios in the “Handling Properties” section for proper measurements. Dispense Parts A and B proper proportions into clean plastic, metal or wax-free paper containers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdding Color\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAmite™ 100\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEpoxy Laminating System can be colored with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUVO™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIGNITE™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecolorants. Pre-mix color with Part A thoroughly and then add Part B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMixing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e–\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBe sure mixing utensils are clean and free of any potential contaminants such as dirt, dust or grease. Mix Parts A and B thoroughly for at least 3 minutes with a square edged mixing stick. Be aggressive and scrape sides and bottom of mixing container several times. 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If the release application is particularly difficult (example; releasing urethane foam from urethane rubber), we recommend an application of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal™ Mold Release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efollowed by an application of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEase Release™ 2831\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARNING:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eDo not use Universal Mold Release by itself, or any other silicone based release agents. This will collapse the foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASURING \u0026amp; MIXING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e-\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLiquid urethanes are moisture sensitive and will absorb atmospheric moisture. Mixing tools and containers should be clean and made of metal, glass or plastic. Materials should be stored and used in a warm environment (73°F\/23°C).\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnow the mix ratio for the FOAM-iT!™ product you are usin\u003c\/strong\u003eg. After dispensing the correct amounts of Parts A and B into mixing container,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emix thoroughly for 45 seconds.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStir quickly making sure that you scrape the sides and bottom of the mixing container several times. Be careful not to splash low viscosity material out of the container.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRemember, foams cure quickly.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDo not delay between mixing and pouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePouring \u0026amp; Curing -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eFor best results, pour your mixture in a single spot at the lowest point of the containment field and let the mixture seek its level. Allow space in the containment field for the foam to grow as it expands to its ultimate volume. Allow foam to cure for at least 20 minutes before handling (FOAM-iT!™ 10 SLOW - 1 hour). Cure time will be affected by mass and mold configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMass Concentration \/ Mold Configuration –\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePouring large amounts at a time in certain mold configurations (i.e. cylinder) could cause excess heat to be generated and result in splitting (fissures). Step pouring in layers may resolve this problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImproving Surface Finish \u0026amp; Minimizing Voids With Back Pressure -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eCapping the mold cavity opening with a board that has predrilled holes will improve surface finish for some foams. For more information, watch the video at\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smooth-on.com\/backpressure\"\u003esmooth-on.com\/backpressure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully Cured\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOAM-iT!™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFoam can be sanded, machined, drilled, etc. (wear NIOSH approved respirator). Foam can also be primed and \/ or painted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/smooth-on\"\u003eSmooth-On mould-making and casting materials\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/pages\/contact\"\u003eask Go Industrial for product-selection and ordering help\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smooth-On","offers":[{"title":"2 Pint","offer_id":53341746200876,"sku":"119138","price":37.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":53341746233644,"sku":"122769","price":174.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/3426\/4620\/files\/smooth-on-foam-it-5.png?v=1781729603"},{"product_id":"smooth-on-smooth-cast-300q-2-pint-kit","title":"Smooth-On Smooth-Cast 300Q","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"info\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-Cast™ 300Q\u003c\/strong\u003e liquid plastic is a quick setting, ultra-low viscosity casting resin that yield castings that are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebright white and virtually bubble free\u003c\/strong\u003e. Vacuum degassing is not necessary. It offer the convenience of a 1A:1B by volume or 100A:90B by weight mix ratio. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis resin readily accept fillers (such as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eURE-FIL™ 3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom Smooth-On) and can be colored with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSO-Strong™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIgnite™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecolor tints (\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-Cast™ 325\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eseries accepts pigments better than the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Cast™ 300\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eseries). Fully cured castings are tough, durable, machinable and paintable. It resists moisture and mild solvents. Applications for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-Cast™ 300Q\u003c\/strong\u003e Liquid Plastics include reproducing small to medium size sculptures, casting into alginate molds, making prototype models, special effect props and decorative jewelry. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose interested in making roto cast pieces should refer to the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-Cast™ 65D\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etechnical bulletin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30 Second Pot Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- can be poured in alginate molds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to measure and mix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- 1:1 mix ratio by volume - no scale required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow viscosity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- captures excellent detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResin cures to a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebright white\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efinish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eInstructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Materials should be stored and used in a warm environment (73° F \/ 23° C). These products have a limited shelf life and should be used as soon as possible. All liquid urethanes are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emoisture sensitive and will absorb atmospheric moisture\u003c\/strong\u003e. Mixing tools and containers should be clean and made of metal, glass or plastic. Mixing should be done in a well-ventilated area. Wear safety glasses, long sleeves and rubber gloves to minimize contamination risk.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBecause no two applications are quite the same, a small test application to determine suitability for your project is recommended if performance of this material is in question.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplying A Release Agent\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e- A release agent is necessary to facilitate demolding when casting into or over most surfaces. Use a release agent made specifically for mold making (\u003cstrong\u003eUniversal™ Mold Release\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eor Mann’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEase Release™ 200\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eavailable from Smooth-On or your Smooth-On distributor). A liberal coat of release agent should be applied onto all surfaces that will contact the plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTo ensure thorough coverage, apply release and brush with a soft brush over all surfaces. Follow with a light mist coating and let the release agent dry for 30 minutes. Smooth-On silicone rubber molds usually do not require a release agent unless casting silicone into the mold. Applying a release agent will prolong the life of the mold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEASURING \u0026amp; MIXING\u003c\/strong\u003e... Liquid urethanes are\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emoisture sensitive and will absorb atmospheric moisture.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMixing tools and containers should be clean and made of metal, glass or plastic. Materials should be stored and used in a warm environment (73°F\/23°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStir or shake both Part A \u0026amp; Part B thoroughly before dispensing\u003c\/strong\u003e. After dispensing equal amounts of Parts A and B into mixing container (100A:90B by weight) and mix\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ethoroughly\u003c\/strong\u003e. Stir deliberately making sure that you scrape the sides and bottom of the mixing container several times. Be careful not to splash low viscosity material out of the container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePOURING, CURING \u0026amp; PERFORMANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePouring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Pour your mixture in a single spot at the lowest point of the containment field and let the mixture seek its level. This will help minimize air entrapment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor Best Results\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e- Best results are obtained using a pressure casting technique. After pouring the mixed compound, the entire casting assembly (mold, dam structure, etc.) is placed in a pressure chamber and subjected to 60 PSI (4.2 kg\/cm2) air pressure for the full cure time of the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCuring - Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFumes, which may be visible as this product starts to “gel” and cure, will dissipate with adequate ventilation. Only use this product with room size ventilation and do not inhale\/breathe fumes. Castings will be extremely hot immediately following cure and may burn the skin. Let cool to room temperature before handling.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-Cast™ 300\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewill cure in 7 - 10 minutes (\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-Cast™ 305\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein 30 – 40 minutes and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth-Cast™ 310\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ein 2 - 4 hours) depending on mass and mold configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePost Cure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Castings will reach “full cure” faster and achieve maximum physical properties if post cured. Allow material to cure for recommended Cure Time at room temperature followed by 4 - 6 hours at 150°F\/65°C. Allow casting to come to room temperature before handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Cured castings are rigid and durable. They resist moisture, moderate heat, solvents, dilute acids and can be machined, primed\/ painted or bonded to other surfaces (any release agent must be removed). If machining cured material, wear dust mask or other apparatus to prevent inhalation of residual particles. Castings can be displayed outdoors after priming and painting. Unpainted castings will yellow over time - more quickly when exposed to ultra-violet light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/collections\/smooth-on\"\u003eSmooth-On mould-making and casting materials\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/pages\/contact\"\u003eask Go Industrial for product-selection and ordering help\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smooth-On","offers":[{"title":"2 Pint","offer_id":53207994794284,"sku":"119447","price":41.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":53207994827052,"sku":"119012","price":193.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/3426\/4620\/files\/smooth-cast-300q.jpg?v=1778625768"},{"product_id":"smooth-on-epoxacast-670-ht","title":"Smooth-On EpoxAcast 670 - 1 Quart","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"info\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"info\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAcast™ 670 HT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis an easy-to-use epoxy casting compound that offers high heat resistance up to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e350°F\/177°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(post cure required).\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAcast™ 670 HT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis ideal for making vacuum forming and thermoforming molds, creating foundry patterns, forming dies \u0026amp; fixtures, hard rollers, industrial parts and high impact tools.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAcast™ 670 HT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis also suitable for encapsulation applications or for use as a high temperature epoxy for bonding a variety of surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAcast\u003c\/strong\u003e™\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e670 HT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efeatures a relatively low viscosity that ensures minimal bubble entrapment.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAcast™ 670 HT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ealso offers an extra long working time of 3 hours. Castings cure with negligible shrinkage and are very hard, very strong and heat resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePreparation\u003c\/em\u003e–\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAvoid breathing fumes - use in a well ventilated area at minimum. NIOSH approved respirator is recommended. Wear safety glasses, long sleeves and rubber gloves to minimize skin contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials should be stored and used in a room temperature environment (73°F\/23°C). Elevated temperatures will reduce pot life.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAcast™ 670 HT\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eResin and Hardener must be properly measured and thoroughly mixed to achieve full, highstrength, solid-cure properties. Mixing containers should have straight sides and a flat bottom. Mixing sticks should be flat and stiff with defined edges for scraping the sides and bottom of your mixing container.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBecause no two applications are quite the same, a small test application to determine suitability for your project is recommended if performance of this material is in question.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eApplying a Release Agent\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e–\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFor releasing epoxy from nonporous surfaces such as resin, metal, glass etc., use\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEase Release™ 200 or 205\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(available from Smooth-On) to prevent adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIMPORTANT: To ensure thorough coverage, lightly brush the release agent with a soft brush over all surfaces of the mold or model. Follow with a light mist coating and let the release agent dry for 30 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePre-mix Part A Thoroughly\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSeparation may have occurred in transit or storage. Pre-mix for 2 minutes prior to dispensing to a uniform consistency using a straight edge paddle (paint stirrer) or turbo mixer (drill attachment).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMeasuring \/ Dispensing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e–\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStir Part B thoroughly before dispensing. Accurate measurement by weight is required for the material to cure properly and develop full physical properties. Dispense Parts A and B in proper proportions into clean plastic, metal or wax-free paper containers.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYou must use an accurate digital gram scale to weigh Parts A and B properly. Do not use an analog scale or attempt to measure components by volume.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdding Color \u0026amp; Fillers\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAcast™ 670 HT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecan be colored with\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUVO™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIGNITE™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecolorants (from Smooth-On). Pre-mix colorant with Part A thoroughly and then add Part B. A variety of dry fillers can also be added. Pre-mix dry filler with Part A before adding Part B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMixing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e–\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBe sure mixing utensils are clean and free of any potential contaminants such as dirt, dust or grease. Mix Parts A and B thoroughly for at least 3 minutes with a square edged mixing stick. Be aggressive and scrape sides and bottom of mixing container several times. Use the square edge of mixing stick to bring material off of the sides of container and blend.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf using a drill mixer,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efollow with hand mixing as directed above to ensure thorough mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eVacuuming\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAcast™ 670 HT\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eis low in viscosity compared to other epoxy casting systems and does not require vacuum degassing. If you choose to vacuum the material, subject mixture to 29 h.i.g. mercury in a vacuum chamber until mixture rises, breaks and falls. 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Let the mixture seek its own level. A uniform flow will help minimize entrapped air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf making vacuum forming molds, it is best to use piano wire (15\/1000 inch gauge) to make vacuum holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCure Time -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eRefer to specified Cure Times in Handling Properties section. Cured material will be hard and unable to penetrate with a finger nail. Cured epoxy can now be dry sanded.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf machining or sanding, wear NIOSH approved mask to prevent inhalation of particles.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePot life and cure time values are dependent on mass and mold configuration, as epoxies are mass-sensitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHeat Curing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFor best results,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEpoxAcast™ 670 HT\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eshould be heat cured in a dedicated industrial oven. Cure at 175° F \/ 80° C for two hours, followed by three hours at 300° F \/ 150° C. 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Low viscosity ensures easy mixing and pouring.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClear Flex™ 50\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewill cure at room temperature with negligible shrinkage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003ca name=\"features\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCured castings are:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV Resistant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrant colors and color effects are achieved by adding pigments. Applications include making clear-cut molds, model reproductions, decorative cast pieces, special effects, prototype parts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e-\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eStore and use at room temperature (73°F\/23°C). These products have a limited shelf life and should be used as soon as possible. Environmental humidity should be as low as possible. Good room size ventilation is essential. Wear safety glasses, long sleeves and rubber gloves to minimize contamination risk. Wearing a NIOSH approved respirator will minimize inhalation of residual fumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSome Materials Must Be Sealed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e-\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTo prevent adhesion between the rubber and model surface, models made of porous materials (gypsum plasters, concrete, wood, stone, etc.) must be sealed prior to applying a release agent. The best sealer for sealing porous materials is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperSeal™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne Step™\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(Available from Smooth-On). Spray shellac is suitable for rough contours. A high quality Shellac is suitable for sealing modeling clays that contain sulfur or moisture (water based). 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