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Working with Paverplast

Paverplast is a powder with which Paverpol can be thickened. It is mainly intended to make workpieces stronger and smoother. By mixing Paverplast with Paverpol you make a paste with which you can make a waterproof, weather-resistant layer for your sculptures made of, for example, polystyrene foam and self-hardening clay.

Use

Mix Paverplast powder with Paverpol (100 grams Paverplast on 500 gram Paverpol) into a thick paste (like peanut butter). So you are now working with a homemade paste that you apply to your surface, for example with a spatula or brush. Apply a layer of 1 to 2 mm. You can apply various layers after drying to make the whole statue extra strong. Do you want a smooth surface? Then dip your finger in water and gently wipe over the still wet surface. Varnishing is not necessary.

Materials

A paste from Paverplast is suitable for making permanently water-resistant objects such as bird drinking bowls, fountains and ponds. With this paste you also give statues of polystyrene (styrofoam) or self-hardening clay a waterproof layer. Note: for outdoor objects only use the Paverplast paste on non-porous surfaces.

Various sizes

Paverplast is available in pots of 100 and 400 grams.

To combine

Paverplast mixed with Paverpol can be coloured with Pavercolor. The Paverpol with Paverplast is strong enough to be put outside. If you have painted it, we recommend that you apply a coat of Josefine varnish to protect the colours from the sun's UV rays. This way the colours stay beautiful longer.

Storage

The Paverplast paste dries in the air. You can store the paste in an airtight container. If the Paverplast paste becomes too tough, add a little Paverpol. Do not use water for dilution. Paverplast paste is also an excellent outdoor-resistant adhesive.

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