ROLLING PIN SMALL DUTCH BRICKS 1660

Rolling Pin Small DUTCH Bricks 1660 Textured rollers capable of impressing a continuous repeated pattern on clay and putty.

Made of clear PMMA plastic with amazing non-stick properties. Non-toxic.

They come in different textures that you can buy according to your specific needs. Length: 14'50 cm (5'5 inches) Diameter: 2'5cm (1 inch)

Recommended Scales: 1/35 - 1/43 - 1/48 - 1/76

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE:

• 1st - Mix the putty/clay well until ready according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
• 2nd - Spread the putty/clay on a surface to be textured. For optimum results, ensure you have a smooth and even surface before impressing with the rollers. *** We recommend using a regular roller for this.
• 3rd - Depending on the type of putty/clay, it is advisable to wet the roller to avoid sticking.
• 4th - Move the rolling pin slowly, applying equal pressure at all points for an even texture.
• 5th - Cut away excess putty/clay with a sharp knife. It is recommended to do this after it has dried to prevent deformations in the putty/clay.

MATERIALS: There are numerous different types of putties and clays on the market, and all of them can be textured with the right technique. Usually, polymer clays (Fimo or Sculpey type) are quite easy to work with these rolling pins, as they allow easy correction of mistakes before baking. If the intention is to make a textured base, we recommend using an MDF base, as you can texture the polymer clay directly onto an MDF base and then place everything in the oven, including the base.

The cooking time for these clays is approximately 15 minutes at 150ºC. MDF wood may leave a slight odor, similar to toasted bread, but don't worry, it won't burn! In the case of epoxy putties, there are different techniques that yield similar results. The good thing is, you don't need to bake them, so they can be applied directly to plastic surfaces.

For Green Stuff putty, which is particularly sticky, it is required to slightly moisten the putty or the roller with some water before texturing. You can also reduce stickiness by applying talcum powder or using Sculptor Vaseline. Other epoxy putties like Milliput putty, for example, are also suitable, but we recommend not to make them too wet as this will hinder your work. Furthermore, if the mixture is too sticky, it is better to knead it until the stickiness is gone.

*** For this type of epoxy putties, it is very important to clean the rollers well after use.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS: After working with the rollers, use a scratch brush (LINK) and plenty of water to remove any residue on the rollers, if necessary.

SAFETY: To ensure safety, children must be closely monitored by a responsible adult.