Posted by Steve | Posted in Mold Making | Posted on 09-05-2010
Tags: art, Casting, diy, materials, mold, mold making and resin casting
polyester casting resin mould?
I have clear polyester casting resin and I want to make transparent blocks about 2 x 3 inches. What can I use as a mould with this casting resin? Is there some special material I must use or can I use clay or wood or will it stick to it?
You have to use release on almost everything although some plastics won’t stick to it. http://www.dickblick.com/zz335/88/
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