{"id":19883,"date":"2025-01-12T09:26:53","date_gmt":"2025-01-12T09:26:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/duksilicone.com\/?page_id=19883"},"modified":"2025-01-12T09:26:54","modified_gmt":"2025-01-12T09:26:54","slug":"if-youre-encountering-issues-with-your-brush-on-rubber-running-off-the-model-during-application","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/duksilicone.com\/?page_id=19883","title":{"rendered":"If you\u2019re encountering issues with your brush-on rubber running off the model during application:"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This usually occurs when too much rubber is applied at once. To achieve the best results when creating a brush-on mold, it\u2019s essential to apply the rubber in thin layers, especially for the first layer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some helpful tips for successful application:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Avoid Over-Applying:<\/strong> Applying too much rubber at once can cause it to sag or run off the model\u2019s surface. Be mindful to avoid wasting rubber by applying it too thickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Air Entrapment:<\/strong> Brush-on rubbers, like pourable versions, need to de-air. Over-application can trap air, leading to visible air bubbles in both the cured mold and any castings made from it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Proper Application:<\/strong> For the critical first layer, use a stiff paintbrush to apply a thin, even layer over the model\u2019s surface. Begin at the top and work your way down, using a &#8220;stippling&#8221; technique to ensure the rubber gets into all the fine details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mixing:<\/strong> Mix only a small amount of rubber at a time. If you mix more than you can apply within 15 minutes, the remaining rubber will likely become unusable. You can always mix additional batches as needed during the mold-making process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Colorant:<\/strong> Adding a small amount of colorant to every other layer will help you track your progress and ensure that each layer is fully covered.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>By applying the rubber in thin, controlled layers and following these tips, you\u2019ll be able to create a smooth, bubble-free mold. Remember, subsequent layers (2nd, 3rd, 4th, etc.) can be applied with slightly more material, but it\u2019s important not to over-apply.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This usually occurs when too much rubber is applied at once. To achieve the best results when creating a brush-on mold, it\u2019s essential to apply the rubber in thin layers, especially for the first layer. Here are some helpful tips for successful application: By applying the rubber in thin, controlled layers and following these tips, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-19883","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/duksilicone.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/19883","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/duksilicone.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/duksilicone.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/duksilicone.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/duksilicone.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=19883"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/duksilicone.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/19883\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19884,"href":"https:\/\/duksilicone.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/19883\/revisions\/19884"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/duksilicone.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=19883"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}