How To Make A Mold - Sealants & Releases - MINI-TUTORIAL

Rob Freitas

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Learn how to use mold making sealants and releases with master mold maker Rob Freitas.  Sharing tons of professional tips, Freitas guides you through a myriad of molding, sealing and releasing combinations to ensure clean, functional molds ready for pristine castings.

Intermediate Level
021m of duration
English (auto), Spanish (auto)
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Curriculum

Materials

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Reynolds Advanced Materials

Smooth-On Inc.

 

CLEAR COATS/GLOSSES/MATTING AGENTS

Krylon Acrylic Crystal Clear

Krylon Dulling Spray

PAINT/BRISTLE BRUSHES

Round Roller Bristle Brush

RELEASES

Epoxy Parfilm Ultra 3 Mold Release

Frekote Lifft Release Spray

TOOLS

Industrial Spray Gun

HEALTH/SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When working with toxic and/or dangerous materials or tools:

ALWAYS read labels for appropriate use guidelines

ALWAYS wear a high-grade respirator

ALWAYS work in a well-ventilated area

ALWAYS protect your skin

ALWAYS wear eye protection

Artist BiographyRob Freitas

Rob Freitas is the man that makes the molds for the highest echelon master sculptors. An artist's artist. A true master.
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