After the Primer has dried it is finally time to paint the sculpture. Simply use the paint of your choice ( I personally love to use acrylic Paint) and paint your sculpture however you like. Milliput sounds like the dream material so I wanted to look into it a little more to find out how it can be used in making miniature models. What is Milliput used for in making miniature models? Milliput Epoxy Putty is sandable, so if the putty has hardened fully then sanding paper or a Dremmel can be used to smooth the sculpture or to add an extra layer of detail. The dust from sanding epoxy putty is very fine so a protective mask should be worn when sanding Milliput or other epoxy putties. Then there is the cure time. Milliput is also designed for model makers, artists and other creative types who desire a putty which gives them more time to sculpt, carve and shape. Milliput are one of the world’s leading producers of epoxy putty with a brand that is recognised worldwide. They bill their products as “the epoxy putty with a thousand uses” and their customers range from model makers to woodturners to industrial users.

First, you have to clean the surface of the epoxy sculpture from any dirt and dust by using some soapy water and a piece of cloth. After setting hard Milliput continues to cure and is fully cured after an elapse of time equal to the setting time at the same temperature. Once fully cured Milliput can be machined, drilled, tapped, turned, filed, sawn, sandpapered and painted. Milliput can be sandpapered and painted immediately after it has set. (it is advisable to wear eye protection during this process).

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There are several downsides to using Milliput for pipe repair. The biggest comes with the fact that it does not have WRAS Approval, meaning it is not certified as safe to use on pipes carrying drinking water. Once you are satisfied with your paint job simply let the paint dry and then finally apply a top coat to protect the paint from the sun, from scratches, and more. I like to use either a varnish or an acrylic sealer as a topcoat. Milliput Epoxy Putty is waterproof and can be used outdoors without any issues. Epoxy Putty will even set underwater because it does not dry out like conventional clay but it instead hardens because two components react with each other to harden the epoxy. When you get the the branches, you can choose how much of the wire you cover, as this will depend on how much foliage coverage you’re planning to have. You may not need to cover all the wire if you know you’ll be covering these with leave or moss later. When tools have been used for applying or contouring Milliput they should be cleaned immediately after use. If the putty is allowed to harden on it will be almost impossible to remove.

No epoxy putty will work effectively on a live leak. If water pressure cannot be turned off, then a waterproof repair tape made from self-fusing silicone should instead be used to create a high-pressure seal. Should I use Milliput for pipe repair? Here someone suggest adding a little soap with the water, as this will not only let it mix better, but also increase the drying time, although I think this might be detrimental for the structure.I am attempting to repair two Doulton figurines that belonged to my mother. My mentally ill sister had them and somehow broke holes into each of them. These figurines are gracious lady-like women in 19th century floor length gowns, with hoop skirts, this is where the holes were– in the bottom of the skirts. I mixed the milliput, then using waxed paper and a soup can sideways I rolled the milliput into very thin sheets, I lubricated the lump of mixed milliput with Elmer’s paste glue, which allowed me to rub the sheet of modeling material into the hole. First I applied a sheet larger than the hole to the open hole, and forced it into the rough surface of the inside of the open hole. Once that was set and cured, I still had to fashion the folds of the skirt. So I cut small strips of clay, and glued it to the rough opening. I wasn’t able to completely fashion the folds by rubbing. Now I want to sand the strips and it isn’t working well. I am at a stand still, I don’t know how to sand them with sandpaper. You mention a dremmel tool, maybe that would work. I have a dremmel for cleaning my golf clubs, I might put a sanding drum on that. Reply So even if your epoxy putty has hardened fully there are still quite a few ways to work with it and add detail to it. So if the limited work time is an issue for you then maybe the fact, that you can still work with the putty after is has hardened by sanding it, will comfort you a little bit. Painting Epoxy Putty Properly Milliput remains a family run company committed to manufacturing a high quality product. We pride ourselves on that our products are manufactured and distributed from our premises in Wales to over 35 countries worldwide.

Silver Grey is suitable for applications that do not involve extremely fine details. Slightly finer than Standard Milliput. Ideal for repairs to stone coloured garden ornaments. Typical Applications Milliput products are available from most leading model/hobby shops, art and craft suppliers, independent hardware stores and plumbers merchants. Why Milliput? When you have things blended to your liking grab your wire brush or sculpting tool and begin running it vertically up and down the trunk. The idea is to add a bark like texture to your armature while the surface is still pliable. After setting hard Milliput continues to cure and is fully cured after an elapse of time equal to the setting time at the same temperature. Once fully cured Milliput can be machined, drilled, tapped, turned, filed, sawn, sandpapered and painted.

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The only issue, that I had with one of my sculptures is that the sun can change the color of the epoxy slightly after a few years. The UV-rays will eventually take effect and change the color slightly towards white but that didn´t bother me and my painted sculptures are still fine. So my tip for you is working carefully and slowly when sanding epoxy putty as you can easily take off too much. This is especially true when working with a Dremmel. Don’t use a stone bit on your Dremel, a simple sanding bit will be enough. Milliput is kind of annoying to sand if I am being honest. While it is quite easy to sand it I often have the problem, that I accidentally take off to much in one go. So it is actually too easy to sand. Milliput Epoxy Putty is a quite new crafting material compared to clay so it is natural, that people can´t really wrap their head around how it is actually working, how it actually hardens and how hard it will be after it is fully cured. And what about fixing pipes? Can Milliput epoxy putty be used to repair a leaking pipe? Regular readers of PipeRepair.co.uk should know the answer to that one as we can often be found extolling the virtues of epoxy putty when it comes to sorting leaks and bursts.