![]() ![]() so for example basic modelling could be done first and then later, when this becomes a firmer support and the surface less sticky, detail modelling can be easier. Even if the advantage of heating is not taken up, benefit should be made of the fact that it will start to become firmer after about 40mins. However, this can also be accelerated by using heat and, with care, Milliput can be rendered rock-hard in a matter of minutes (see. When used as directed and left to cure on its own it will harden more quickly than air-drying modelling materials, reaching an apparent full hardness in 3-4 hours (though full curing will continue for a few more). But Vaseline on the fingers can also be effective for fine smoothing, as is methylated spirits. to use as a gap-filling cement or to join Milliput parts while working. Unlike most 2-part epoxy materials it can be used with water! This can be used to help smooth the surface while modelling, or water can even be mixed in to make a softer paste i.e. There is no noticeable shrinkage, and that coupled with its strength means that it’s very unlikely to crack. ![]() Scraping with the scalpel can work particularly well for fine smoothing once fully cured. sawn, drilled), even carved with a scalpel. Once it has hardened it can be easily sanded and tooled (i.e. It is commonly used in the restoration of antiques and art objects because of it’s high adherence and its strength when cured. Milliput sticks very well to a variety of materials, again unlike Sculpey, and is often used for repairs or as a gap-filling cement. They represent the first modelling stage after completion of the wire armatures described in the post Modelling small-scale figures – Part 1: ‘twisted wire’ armature from March 2013. The 1:25 figures above were modelled with a blend of ‘Terracotta’ and fine white Milliput. This makes Milliput (more especially the fine white version) more ideal for delicate forms. very small forms will cure just as hard as larger ones. and this final hardness is not dependent on bulk i.e. stronger than fully baked Sculpey for example. It sets much harder and stronger than most other modelling materials. When equal amounts of both parts are thoroughly blended together (until the colour is uniform) the putty begins to harden, not requiring additional heat to cure. It remains easy to model for around 40-60mins, after which it gets gradually more ‘rubbery’ (but see below for making use of these changes while modelling). ‘Standard’ Milliput is a light yellow/grey colour when mixed while the extra-fine grade is white. It is most suitable for small, delicate work. Milliput is a 2-part, very hard-setting epoxy modelling putty, available in two fineness grades and a few different colours. ![]() These page entries are meant to be added to and usually start with general outline information, price guidance, suppliers and useful links followed by my worklog where I can put further info and photos when I have them. ![]()
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