{"product_id":"aquasolid-casting-powder","title":"AquaSolid Casting Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003eAquaSolid Casting powder is an extremely hard plaster material with a very high compressive strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake your masters for moulds or finished products. We use this or Hydrostone for all our carved masters we make the silicone moulds from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(AquaSolid Casting powder is Australian, Hydrostone is from USA)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEspecially suitable where high strength and resistance to wear are necessary. It is used in high-quality art and novelty castings, molds, figurines, modeling material, as well as anchoring material, density fill applications, lamp bases, and die production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHard and strong with high water absorption resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for patterns, figurines, commercial casts, and sculpture. It is not for making outer or mother molds, and it is not recommended for outdoor use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for strength and casting detail. AquaSolid Casting powder is harder than casting plaster and works much like plaster in mixing, pouring, and setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks well in silicone moulds, plaster and most flexible moulding compounds. Used in high-quality art novelty and statuary castings. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtremely fine detail duplication (see the details on the succulent leaves image, it even picked up the tiny dots).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow viscosity slurry for filling multiple moulds at one time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorks well in most mold materials, especially flexible molds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix Ratio: Approximately 2:3, eg 200gms water to 300gms AquaSolid Casting powder, although this can vary\u003cbr\u003eSet time: 19-25 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Blend 3 parts AquaSolid Casting powder to 2 part water, the mix should be just able to  be poured out, too thick - just add a little more water, mix well, pour into mould and tap to remove air bubbles. Allow to set. Will firm up over 24 hours but can be removed from mould once set. Can be polished and carved. If using master regularly you can also spray varnish to add further strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BxUVEf ILfuVd\" lang=\"en\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hgKElc\"\u003eA workable mix is normally 65-70 gauge (\u003cb\u003e100 parts AquaSolid Casting powder with 65-70 parts water by weight\u003c\/b\u003e). AquaSolid Casting powder gives maximum strength when it is mixed with a minimum amount of water. Moulds should be thoroughly cleaned and coated with a release agent where appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhen mixing it can initially look very thick, keep blending before adding more water as it does liquify up through work time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSAFETY NOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Always wear gloves, mask and eye protection, do not ingest the powder, keep out reach of children. If spilt on benches wipe up immediately with damp cloth - do not allow to set as it will turn into stone. Protect benches and floors when using.\u003cbr\u003eRenascent cannot be held liable for any damages that occur by using this powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed in accordance with material safety data sheet hydrostone is the strongest gypsum available it is used for figurines moulds lamp bases simulated stone material and models it's high compressive strength and tight surface texture makes it the ideal product for high-quality figurines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eImportant\u003cbr\u003e• AquaSolid Casting powder has an initial set of approximately 25 minutes.\u003cbr\u003e• Any moulds should be cleaned and coated with a release agent where possible.\u003cbr\u003e• Use only clean domestic water.\u003cbr\u003e• Mixing equipment must be thoroughly cleaned after each mix.\u003cbr\u003e• Fresh batches of AquaSolid Casting powder should be kept free of previous batches, otherwise the working life will be shortened.\u003cbr\u003e• AquaSolid Casting powder does NOT recommend casting parts of the body (fingers, hands) with Casting Plaster. AquaSolid Casting powder and other Specialty products release heat (exothermic) when reacting with water. The heat produced by this chemical\u003cbr\u003ereaction (setting) of plaster with water is a risk if casting parts of the body.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eStorage\u003cbr\u003eStore AquaSolid Casting powder in a dry place. Do not place bags directly on concrete floors or damp ground. Long term storage may affect the plaster setting time and finish quality.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eWarnings:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eDo not wash down drains (it may set in the pipes and cause damage)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eEyes flush thoroughly with water for 15 minutes\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eIndigestion if gastric disturbance occurs call physician product can harden and result in setting, wash with soap and water\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eInhalation provide fresh air\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eSeek medical attention if any of the above symptoms persist\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eAlways wear gloves safety goggles and protective mask when using\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Renascent Bath and Body","offers":[{"title":"100gm Sample Pack","offer_id":42377258860642,"sku":"Ad-AS-100gm","price":4.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":42377258893410,"sku":"Ad-AS-1kg","price":15.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2kg","offer_id":42377258926178,"sku":"Ad-AS-2kg","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1653\/1503\/files\/Hydrostone-Image_068dc724-1e4f-4ae2-b600-04239c1d40c3.jpg?v=1765929777","url":"https:\/\/www.soullightemporium.com\/products\/aquasolid-casting-powder","provider":"Soul Light Emporium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}