How to harden the surface of oil-base caly?

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shablool

2004-09-25 13:38:55 UTC

Hi all,
I am working with oil-based clay (Chavant NSP: Le Beau-Touch) on a
30cm figure. It is almost complete, but now I would like to harden its
surface for the final delicate details. Does anyone have an idea how
to do it?

Thanks.

Gary Waller

2004-09-25 14:53:09 UTC

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Post by shablool
Hi all,
I am working with oil-based clay (Chavant NSP: Le Beau-Touch) on a
30cm figure. It is almost complete, but now I would like to harden its
surface for the final delicate details. Does anyone have an idea how
to do it?
Thanks.

Try sticking it in a freezer - works for me.

Gary Oblock

2004-09-25 18:08:31 UTC

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I simply use Le Beau-Touch HM which has the opposite property that you
need to work it hot. I'd just wait until the weather cools down and work it at
night with a window open. Take it out of a freezer and you'll get surface
condensation if you have any moisture in the air.

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Will

2004-10-01 14:14:32 UTC

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If you're pressed for time or don't want to wait for the freezer, go
out and buy a can of the CO2 spray used to clean computers and
cameras. If you spray it upside down it will freeze only a very small
section of your piece and make it easier to put the finishing touches
into it.
All the best,
Will