Do it yourself - Reliable Materials and Purchase Sources
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IMPORTANT: Ceramic restoration materials are not food safe, liquid or heat proof (over 190 degree F) and repaired items should not be used on cooking or food serving ware more...
Cleaning, Old Cement Removal and Surface Preparation
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Surface cleaning: Acetone or Lacquer thinner do a good job cleaning surfaces before applying cements, coloring or cold glazing. Do not use alcohol less than 91% for surface cleaning as it leaves oily deposits! Can be purchased in any hardware store
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91% Isopropyl Alcohol: Better option health wise cleaning surfaces before applying cements, coloring or cold glazing. Do not use alcohol less than 91% for surface cleaning as it leaves oily deposits! Can be purchased in any pharmacy
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2-Part Epoxies & Cements For Ceramic, Glass and Stone
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Fast Cure PC-Clear Epoxy: 4-6 minutes work time and 1 hour cure time. Strong bond. PC-Clear is formulated to remain clear during and after its curing time. It is very durable and flexible. It comes in 1 or 16 Oz. sizes.
Step by step repair tutorial using PC Clear Epoxy.
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Slower Cure Clear Epoxy: This is a standard rapid setting epoxy that is very popular in England. Araldite Rapid initially cures in 5-10 minutes, but gains in strength overnight. ($15)
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Higher strength, clarity and quality clear epoxy. UHU clear epoxy family are 2-component epoxy adhesives for heavy-duty applications. The bond strength can be increased by curing at a higher temperature. It will set with a very hard surface finish, with high resistance to impact, ageing and moisture. Cures in 2-6 hours ($14)
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HXTAL NYL-1: A crystal clear, non-yellowing epoxy adhesive formulated to perfectly match the index of refraction of most glass. It can be tinted to match the coloring of porcelain and ceramics as well.
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Epoxy Fillers and Casting materials
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White Slow Cure Epoxy Filler: PC-11 is off-white and slow cure time and sandable / drillable filler epoxy. Powder color pigments can be mixed in for closer color match to the repaired ceramic. Slow cure time set in 30-40 minutes and fully cures in 10-12 hours. It comes in 1 or 16 Oz. sizes.
Step by step repair tutorial using PC-11 fine filler.
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Dark Grey Slow Cure Epoxy Filler for maximum bonding power of tremendous strength. PC-7 formulation provides extended working time, set in 60 minutes and fully cured in 24 hours. PC 7 is sandable / drillable filler epoxy with great bonding power.
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PC-Fahrenheit is a hand moldable putty epoxy designed for increased temperatures. Temperatures extremes of 350°F (176°C) to 500°F (260°C). PC- Fahrenheit sets in 8 minutes to a dark grey color. A full cure is reached in 60 minutes.
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PC-Super Epoxy (1 Oz.) is a non drip translucent paste epoxy with unlimited uses in sealing, and as a filler for most materials. It has a viscosity similar to Vaseline making overhead and side work easy without drip or sagging. It is with slow cure time and sandable / drillable. It cures in 3-5 hours. See a step by step repair using PC-Super Epoxy filler.
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Mold Putty
Mold putty is the best product for making quick simple flexible rubber molds for resin, plaster, polymer clay and other pourable setting materials
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Casting Resin
two-part liquid urethane casting systems designed for use by sculptors. A wide a variety of fillers can be incorporated into this casting resins such as, metal powders, micas, pigments, non-water based dyes, marble dust, micro balloons, and solid glass spheres.
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Water Clear Casting Resin
Rigid clear casting that is commonly used for lenses, encapsulations, and water reproductions.
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Rubber Latex / Wax Resist
Water base rubber latex used to shield areas from air brush painting
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Coloring Paints and Pigment
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High Quality Acrylic Paints: Matisse Derivan Acrylics paints are high quality and can be used with the over coating and additives listed below. Where to Purchase
An all-purpose, premium quality acrylic paint Americana is water-based and non-toxic and has a matte finish that can be varnished to create various sheens. Highly pigmented. Excellent one coat coverage. Purchase at Mister Art
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BEST metallic Silver and Gold Paints: Ultimate Gold & Silver have been developed by Sylmasta to fulfill a void for high quality golds. These golds and silvers are compatible with other Sylmasta products. They can be mixed with the dry pigments as well as the solvent-based acrylics.
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Gold Leaf
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Other gold and silver supplies
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Acrylic Additives: Liquitex Fluid Mediums are designed to be mixed with acrylic paints or be applied over for the right sheen, protection, durability and texture.
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Cold Glazes
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High End Cold Glaze Pro 2 - ColdGlaze (Advancement to Rustins) is a 2 Part Epoxy System. ColdGlaze system has been specially developed for the re-glazing of repairs on china, ceramics porcelains etc. It cures to a tough; almost glass hard finish, which has excellent clear characteristics.
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Matting Agent S532 - This is a matting agent for ColdGlaze Pro 2 & ChinaGlaze. For a matte finish, simply mix Sylmasta Matting Agent S532 with the Coldglaze PRO 2 or ChinaGlaze to achieve desired finish.
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Clear Gloss or Matte "cold glaze" sprays
Ceramic Spray Sealers are final spray coatings that produce smooth, hard surfaces. Comes in matte and glossy. Generally - not recommended for professional repairs.
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Tools and Misc. |
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Micro-Mesh products enhance the performance, life and appearance of materials and products. These "cushioned", long lasting fine abrasives provide the ultimate finishes "sanding" results.
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Electric Wax Warmer
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Blazer GB4001 Stingray Butane Torch
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Dremel Diamond Disc
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Dremel 4000 Corded Rotary Tool
Dremel EZ412SA EZ Lock 120 and 60 Grit
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Dremel EZ402 EZ Lock Mandrel and sanding drum
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Klutzy Tungsten Sculpting Burrs:
These tools are fast-cutting and long lasting, designed to work easily and efficiently where other conventional tools fail
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Portico Micro Paint Brush:
Place or remove the smallest drops of paint with nominating, non-absorbing fibers. Exact positioning even in the hardest to reach locations.
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Dental Supplies and Tools
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Stainless Steel 4pc Spatula Wax Carver Ceramic Pottery Double Ended Tool Set:
These tools are used to apply the filler (e.g., PC-11).
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Resin / PVC pellets. Search web under "Resin pellets" and purchase from Ebay or Etsy. The sharp edges type (as shown above) work better than the totally round pellets
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