Materials Needed:
- Activa PermaStone
- Measuring spoon
- Warm water
- Mixing container
- Silicone animal faces mold
- Shallow tray
- Drying rack
- Fine sand paper
- Paint
- Paint brush
- Water bowl
- Sealant
- Adhesive
- Magnet
Step 1
Mixing
Mix compound according to package directions.
Add 1.5 parts Perma Stone into 1 part water in a clean, disposable mixing container or bag.
Mix gently and slowly until a pancake batter consistency is reached.
Step 2
Pour
Pour the Perma Stone mixture into the prepared mold.
Gently tap or vibrate the mold to release any air bubbles.
*TIP: Use a shallow tray under the mold to help with this process.
Step 3
Cure
Allow the Perma Stone to cure. Average setting time is approximately 20-30 minutes.
Step 4
Removal
Loosen the castings from the mold by gently pulling back on the mold’s edges.
Lift the castings completely out of the mold.
Castings maybe placed on a drying rack to complete the drying process.
Step 5
Smooth
File down any rough edges on the castings using fine sand paper.
Step 6
Magnet
Turn each casting over and apply a magnet to the backside using adhesive.
Step 7
Paint
Paint the animal castings. Allow the painted surface to dry.
Step 8
Sealant
Apply a coat of sealant over each fully dry animal casting. Allow the sealant to dry.