Where are all the prices?
viewWhat are the terms and conditions of sale?
viewIs Bockingford Watercolour Paper acid free?
viewAre Saunders Waterford Watercolour Papers and Somerset Printmaking Papers acid free?
viewWhat is used to size the Bockingford, Saunders Waterford and Somerset Papers?
viewIs the Canford paper acid free?
viewAre the 3D Stickers acid free?
viewSculpey packages say that the product is non-toxic, so I assume they're safe to use. Are there other safety issues which should be addressed?
viewIt is most important to cure the clays at the proper temperature?
viewCan Sculpey Clay be mixed with other brands?
viewCan I use an armature with Sculpey Clay?
viewAt what temperature do you bake Sculpey and for how long?
viewHow can I soften uncured polymer clay that has gone hard?
viewCan you paint Sculpey?
viewCan polymer clay buttons be washed with the garment?
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Q Where are all the prices?
A As we supply to retailers only, the prices are not available to the general public. If you are a retailer and are interested in using Rossdale Pty. Ltd. as a supplier, or if you would like to locate a retail point of sale, please
contact us.
Q What are the terms and conditions of sale?
A Information on the terms and conditions of sale can be found
here.
Q Is Bockingford Watercolour Paper acid free?
A Yes - It is an archival quality paper made from Alpha Cellulose - an extremely pure, high quality photographic type wood pulp that is free from contaminants (ie. Lignin, etc.) It is also buffered with calcium carbonate to protect the paper from atmospheric contamination.
Q Are Saunders Waterford Watercolour Papers and Somerset Printmaking Papers acid free?
A Again, all of the papers in these ranges, including the colours are acid free and are of archival quality. Both are made of 100% cotton and are buffered with calcium carbonate to protect the papers from atmospheric contamination.
Q What is used to size the Bockingford, Saunders Waterford and Somerset Papers?
A These papers are all sized with Aquelb, a totally inert synthetic size that will not discolour or affect the materials you use to work on these surfaces.
Q Is the Canford paper acid free?
A Yes - the papers in this range are acid free and lignin free so it won't degrade artwork and memorabilia over the years.
Q Are the 3D Stickers acid free?
A Yes our 3D Stickers are 100% acid free so will be totally safe for use in scrap books, photo albums etc.
Q Sculpey packages say that the product is non-toxic, so I assume they're safe to use. Are there other safety issues which should be addressed?
A In their raw, uncured state, and when properly cured, polymer clays are completely safe to handle. Of course, you don't want to ingest cured or uncured clay, so do not to make items to hold or serve food or beverages or for smoking materials. If you do a lot of work with Sculpey , it would also be best to dedicate any tools and baking trays used to clay work.
Q It is most important to cure the clays at the proper temperature?
A An oven thermometer is a good investment, and if you follow the package instructions, you won't have a problem. Burning the clay should be avoided at all costs, the fumes are toxic. When baking, open a window or turn on an exhaust fan.
Q Can Sculpey Clay be mixed with other brands?
A Yes, all polymer clays have similar formulations and characteristics, so they can be mixed. However, when mixing clays together, even Premo! Sculpey and Sculpey III, for example, they must be mixed
very thoroughly in order to avoid separation or layering when curing, and the baking times and temperatures averaged out. For more information view the
Sculpey web site.
Q Can I use an armature with Sculpey Clay?
A Yes you can! Wire, glass, metal foil, thoroughly cured wood and metal screening can be used. Don't use armature materials that are painted or glazed. An armature is always necessary for any sculpture of a larger size (over 2" high or wide), or with unsupported parts or those parts that will carry weight - eg. arms or legs. Do not attempt to use Styrofoam as an armature material. Heat causes it to expand and emit toxic fumes.
Q At what temperature do you bake Sculpey and for how long?
A Sculpey products should be baked at 275 Degrees F (130 Degrees C). The length of time is determined by the "thickness" of the clay and the type, as follows, based on ¼" (6.4mm) thickness.
15 Minutes - Sculpey, Super Sculpey , Sculpey III and Granitex.
30 Minutes - Premo Sculpey.
20 Minutes - Sculpey Elasticlay and Super Elasticlay.
Example: A ½" (12.8mm) piece made with Sculpey III will bake for 30 minutes.
DO NOT CURE POLYMER CLAYS IN A MICROWAVE OVEN
Q How can I soften uncured polymer clay that has gone hard?
A Under ordinary circumstances, our clays do not need Liquid Diluents. But, if the clay has been stored in less than ideal conditions, and has become somewhat dry, Liquid Diluent can help. Add approximately 7 drops of Diluent per 2 ounces of clay and proceed. You might find you need more or less depending on the condition of the clay.
Please note that Liquid Diluent will not restore clay that has become very hard.
A Sculpey can be painted, carved and sanded.
Painting - Polymer clay can be painted after curing. We recommend the use of water based acrylic paints. If the piece is sealed with 2 or 3 thin layers of Sculpey Glaze, you can use any paint.
Carving - Use wood cutting tools to carve cured Sculpey. Premo! Is the easiest for carving since it chips very little.
Sanding - Under running water, first sand your piece with 40 grit wt/dry sandpaper, then follow with 600 grit wet/dry sandpaper. After sanding well, buff with either an electric buffer fitted with a muslin wheel, or rub the piece in a circular motion on a soft cotton cloth to impart a glasslike shine.
Q Can polymer clay buttons be washed with the garment?
A If the buttons are coated with a water resistant epoxy glaze, you can wash the garment in a washing machine by turning the garment inside out and using a gentle cycle. Hand washing is preferable, as it won't knock the buttons about as much. It is best not to tumble dry. Do not dry clean polymer clay buttons, etc.
