I think I tried watching this that first day I subbed, but it wouldn't load. Here in a bit I'm going to watch the other vids you posted after this one. I know I'll be going back to 'em once I get my supplies
glue probably wouldn't add much strength ( mixed into the water). but you can easily use higher psi gypsum.... and a acrylic clearcoat will add strength also ( future floor polish a good choice ).. and it is technically possible to add small amounts of cement to plaster.
great video! just one thing: aren't the pieces made of plaster a bit delicate? am i wrong? it's cheap but i'd be quite scared of damaging my final terrains..
it depends on casting material. Plaster can range from plaster or paris which has a strength rating of 2,000 psi.... I personally use hydrostoneX which has a rating of 15,000 psi. which is as strong as some entry level resins.
So it really all boils down to - what material you use, are you safe/gentle with it, and the most important factor in my book- Is this a one time piece you are making? or something you will use all the time?
you're quite welcome. If you get a chance check out my resin casting video- at the end i show a cast of the bullet proof resin - and then i smash it with a hammer a few times- that stuff is crazy hard
Good stuff, thanks
Glad you enjoyed it
great vid! every second, very informative, not one moment wasted. Most excellent job, my friend!
+Christopher Robins - thanks.. lots of new tips coming in next few how to videos
I think I tried watching this that first day I subbed, but it wouldn't load. Here in a bit I'm going to watch the other vids you posted after this one. I know I'll be going back to 'em once I get my supplies
Dumb question, but could you add glue to something like this to strengthen it even more? Would it work on a 12”x12” cobblestone terrain tile?
glue probably wouldn't add much strength ( mixed into the water). but you can easily use higher psi gypsum.... and a acrylic clearcoat will add strength also ( future floor polish a good choice ).. and it is technically possible to add small amounts of cement to plaster.
If you are making several 12x12 tiles i would make a larger mold ( to speed up casting ).
great video! just one thing: aren't the pieces made of plaster a bit delicate? am i wrong? it's cheap but i'd be quite scared of damaging my final terrains..
it depends on casting material. Plaster can range from plaster or paris which has a strength rating of 2,000 psi.... I personally use hydrostoneX which has a rating of 15,000 psi. which is as strong as some entry level resins.
I also do resin casting. Which i have used a resin material that has a rating of 90k ( technically it is also bullet proof).
So it really all boils down to - what material you use, are you safe/gentle with it, and the most important factor in my book- Is this a one time piece you are making? or something you will use all the time?
yeah i see your point.. thanks mate!
you're quite welcome. If you get a chance check out my resin casting video- at the end i show a cast of the bullet proof resin - and then i smash it with a hammer a few times- that stuff is crazy hard
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Too late for that.
+a7i20ci7y - when in doubt - throw flowers and chocolate at her..
jewelry works better
plaster or resin?
i do both.... plaster is best for learning. but resin is quite durable....
Nelson Baietti I like plaster because it is much better for the environment