Useful Tools & Materials
Heres a list of materials that are used in all
kinds of customizing stages to sculpt, fill, sand and paint. the list
can go on and on but here are just a few that makes the list. click on the images for web links
| The Dremel 300 Series rotary tool offers the precision and control
required to complete a wide range of projects--from fine art to home
repair. Its variable speed control allows you to set the speed of the
tool to match a particular accessory or the task at hand. can be found
at most hardware stores and Walmart. |
Dremel Tool |
Styrene strips and rods are a good way to create raised detail. can be purchased in several different sizes of circumference. can be found in some hobby stores and online. |
Styrene Sheet and Stripstock |
Kneadatite |
A two-part epoxy/polyamide sealant/adhesive for interior and exterior maintenance and repair. It has excellent adhesion to stone, ceramic, metal, wood and many plastics, including vinyl. Nicknamed "Green" by sculptors and modelers, Blue/Yellow is well-known for its long worklife, non-grainy texture and ability to hold fine detail. This can be purchased easily on Ebay. |
Magic Sculpt |
Magic-Sculpt epoxy clay is self hardening and can be used indoors or outdoors. It can be smoothed out with water and can be handled like any water-based clay. It will not shrink or crack. It can be hand shaped or worked with modeling tools, sanded, carved, and painted. Magic-Sculpt is self curing and requires no firing. You are limited only by your imaginaton when using Magic-Sculpt Epoxy Clay. |
AquaMend |
This is great to use for build up and filling. Epoxy Putty Stick is a
hand-kneadable, fast-setting, fiberglass-reinforced polymer compound
for permanent repairs to many surfaces including fiberglass, concrete,
glass, ceramics, metals, wood, and many plastics. This underwater repair
epoxy putty comes in a handy "Tootsie-roll. can be found at most home
improvement stores in the plumbing section. |
STYRENE PLASTIC |
These plastic sheets are ideal for model fabrication work. Easily glued, they can also be vacuum formed to create specialized shapes. Can be found at most hobby stores or online. |
RESIN CASTING STARTER SET |
A Complete Resin Casting Starter Set contains everything you need to begin resin casting from micromark.com. There is enough release spray/brush on to last more than the life of this kit. click the image to see their list of individual casting materials. |
Micro Sander & Sanding Wand  |
power sander will save you hours of tedious hand sanding and filing of small, intricate parts. Sanding wands and micro-size needle files snap-fit over the reciprocating head allowing you to change grits and file shapes in seconds. Use for model building, jewelry making, miniatures, ceramics, metal working, etc. Works great on plastic, wood, metal and most other materials. Micro Power Sander does in minutes what used to take hours...if you could do it at all! And it works in places even your fingertip can't fit. 8 different interchangeable sanding shapes snap into the working end with just a twist. Works on wood, metal or plastic. If you build models or miniatures, it's the tool you've been waiting for! |
the Apoxie Sculpt and Fixit have a nice putty like feel to them, Apoxie Clay has a little more of a clay like feel to it. Super White Apoxie Sculpt has a shorter working time but is more firm, and the Fixit Sculpt has the longest working time of the 2-part products and has a nice, firm clay like feel to it. |
FixIt |
Dullcote is a lacquer-based clear overcoat, used to seal and protect painted surfaces. It is used for altering glossy surfaces to give them a flat look, and to protect decals. It can be used over all Testor/Pactra enamels and acrylics. |
Dullcote 3oz Spray |
Great paint and excellent range of hundreds of authentically matched colors in a certified non-toxic, fast-drying, easy water wash-up acrylic formula. |
Testor/Model Master Paints |
Apple Barrel Paint |
Available in more than 100 colors, this all-purpose acrylic craft paint is waterbased, nontoxic and dries to a matte finish. The complete color range includes primary, country, pastel and even neon colors! Can be found at most Craft stores or Walmart for cheap. |
Tamiya Acrylic Paint |
These handy 23ml bottles of paints for hobby use are made from water-soluble acrylic resins and are completely safe. Can be used on most common model plastics such as styrol resin and styrofoam. Paint can be washed away with plain water if done prior to curing. Available in glossy, flat, translucent colors, plus an exclusive thinner and a flat base. |
SmoothOn Silicone Rubber |
High performance platinum cure silicone rubbers that can be mixed 1A:1B by weight or volume and cure at room temperature with negligible shrinkage. Cured Dragon Skin® is very strong and very “stretchyâ€. It will stretch many times its original size without tearing and will rebound to its original form without distortion. Dragon Skin® is suitable for making high performance molds used for rapid prototyping, wax casting (foundries and candle makers), architectural restoration and for casting concrete. |
The Smooth Cast® 300 Series of liquid plastics are ultra-low viscosity casting resins that yield castings that are bright white and virtually bubble free. Vacuum degassing is not necessary. They offer the convenience of a one to one mix ratio (one part A to one part B by volume). Fully cured castings are tough, durable, machinable and paintable. They resist moisture and mild solvents. Applications for Smooth-Cast® Liquid Plastics include reproducing small to medium size sculptures,making prototype models, roto cast pieces, and special effect props. |
SmoothOn Resin |
Contains everything you will need to make a mold and cast a part. great kit for beginners and can purchase products individually. |
Alumilite Casting Kits |
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