Product Info
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
- Mold tray dimensions: 15.7 cm width x 13.7 cm length x 3 cm height
- Tray weight: ~185 g average value, based on stone powder casting
- Mold weight: 325 g silicone
- You can create one maple leaf-shaped container per casting.
GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION
- Optimal Hardness: Molds are made from durable white silicone with optimal hardness that does not damage object details. They are flexible with smooth inner surfaces.
- Casting Guarantee: With proper storage and usage, you can cast approximately 500 objects.
- Multi-Purpose Casting Advantage: Silicone molds inherently offer multi-purpose casting benefits. Except for stone powder casting, they are compatible with wax, soap, concrete, epoxy, scented stone, ceramic, and plaster castings. By paying attention to drying and working conditions of your raw materials, you can create many different products. Not recommended for food products.
- Package Contents: Containers shown in images are not included. Only the high-quality silicone mold to produce containers will be sent with your order.
- Special Kraft Box and Information Label: Your product is delivered in a special kraft box with a label containing weight and size information to help you calculate raw material amounts easily. This prevents material waste and eliminates the need to search for digital data every time.
USAGE INSTRUCTIONS
- First Use: It is recommended to clean your molds with soapy water and dry thoroughly before use.
- Wick Placement: Since molds have multi-purpose casting advantages, wick holes are not pre-cut or pierced. Before wax casting, you can easily pierce the wick hole in seconds without damaging the mold using a tool called "biz" or a medium-thickness quilting needle.
- Level the Surface: To achieve a perfect form, ensure the surface where you place the mold before casting is flat and level.
- Stone Powder Mixture Ratio Tip: The reference mixture ratio is 310-350 g water per 1 kg stone powder. Correctly adjusting the stone powder and water ratio makes the resulting object stronger and more durable. Increasing water ratio increases brittleness; decreasing it makes pouring and spreading the mixture in the mold harder. Also, adjust these ratios seasonally as ambient temperature changes.
- Air Bubble Warning: After mixing stone powder with water, adding the required amount of Li-Quit Air Entrainer minimizes air bubble formation. The reference ratio is 1-3 g Li-Quit Air Entrainer per 100 g mortar. Additionally, lightly tapping the mold after casting creates vibrations that help air bubbles rise to the surface.
- Demolding Time: To ensure smooth details, do not remove the object from the mold before the stone powder cures and the heating phase ends.
- Mold Release Spray Use: For serial production, you can use mold release spray to extend mold life and speed up object removal. Apply the spray evenly inside the mold to form a uniform layer.
CLEANING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
- Post-Use Cleaning: Wash with soapy water after casting and dry thoroughly.
- Proper Storage: Silicone is flexible and may deform under pressure over time. Make sure the mold is completely dry and store it in its original kraft box. Keep away from direct sunlight, high heat, and heavy weights.
- Quick Cleaning: You may use wet wipes, adhesive tape, or cologne wipes for quick cleaning.
Remember, each casting is an enjoyable experience. We wish you patience and joy throughout your production process.
