How hard does this dry? I want to mold templates out of it and use it as a guide for routing out wooden objects.
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it doesn't really "dry" when it's cool or cold it takes on the consistency of wax almost like a candle. You can still dent it with a finger nail or a good push. When its warm its slightly tougher than taffy. To use as a guide you may have to use it as a master to recast a resin replica then it would probably be ok to use as a guide. I think if you used a router against it, the router would probably just dig into it too much..
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You're welcome. Hard and clear is how it should dry. I've had occasion, when I either did not mix exactly 1/2and 1/2 each part ( I measure in 2 side by side little plastic shot glasses from the dollar store) or it might have been the hot humid weather, but it did not harden all the way, and the piece was sticky �
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The best way to dry it out is make pressed bars out of it wrapped in cellophane and baked in the oven on low. : D
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My guess is that it would be better if you let the wood dry out. At least that is what I always do. If the wood is wet, you will not get optimal penetration of the product.
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I've used plaster, and wood putty, as well as polymer clay and resin, and every one of them came out just fine. If the mold would have an easily accessible place to remove the item being molded, it will most likely work just fine. The only issue I had with the quick-set rubber was that it could be stiffer than others and eventually break. If you're only making one copy, you'll be fine. More than 10 copies if it's intricate, you may have a problem. Other silicone rubbers might do a better job for the more intricate items if you're making multiples, but otherwise you'll be fine.
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Hi Leo: There were instructions that came with the kit. I haven't checked if there's an online manual. You might contact the company. The most important facts are that you shouldn't use it on moist wood. And that it should cure for 24 hours before sanding. Hope that helps.
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It dries hard...It's the best all purpose glue I've ever had...and I've tried many kinds.Good luck!
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I do not know. I never tried. it does dry kind of hard and is pretty sticky to most things.
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I used mine for pine moldings and it worked very well. For softer wood I might use a saw with finer teeth, but the included saw may be fine for balsa.
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I don't believe this is what you are looking for. I am using is to make zero clearance inserts for my table saw. If I had any dry erase markers I would go mark one and see if I could erase it, but unfortunately I don't have any.
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Yes, it's dry but not really brittle. I would try to keep it in a box just to make sure it doesn't get broken. Once you take it out just soak it in water and you'll be all set.
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I don't think this glue will dry the way you want it to. What you're looking for is resin that will cure and set clear (http://www.amazon.com/Environmental-Technology-8-Ounce-Casting-Craft/dp/B000XAR0DM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1405442239&sr=8-1&keywords=clear+resin+kit). This glue will shrink as the water evaporates; not what you want.
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We used polymer air drying clay in summer school with the kids last summer. The consistency is pretty firm. You could use it in the mold, but I would be extra gentle. I don't know that it would hold up to 100's of clay projects though. The mold is so inexpensive it would be worth a try. Have fun!
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Yes, this does dry to more of a clear plastic consistency. Perhaps you needed a lacquer.
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It dries to a sandable state in a half hour. It dries to what the industry calls "natural" which is a sort of pine yellow. It claims to be stainable but I've found that it doesn't take light stains well. Maybe a dark walnut or such?
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I use it to keep projects separated (and dry) in my shoulder bad. It's flexible, not very stiff. Can't know for sure without trying, BUT I don't think it would work for that specific need. In my opinion.
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It will shrink as it dries out. Also, once dry, it will be fragile. It would be best to fire it if you want to make molds from it.