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preventing leaks in moulds

updated mon 24 nov 03

 

SierraEarthWorks on thu 20 nov 03


I was wondering if someone can give me a tip on how to make sure there =
are no leaks before I pour a mold. Is there a way to test it before =
actually pouring the slip? I have this problem with my multi piece =
moulds. I have a christmas tree which has two sides and a base (3 =
parts). It is very difficult to get the straps on correctly due to the =
odd shape of the mould. Thanks,
Rachel

John Rodgers on sat 22 nov 03


I have plugged leaks by pressing water clay into the seams from the
outside, and also oil clay.

Regards,

John Rodgers
Chelsea, Al

SierraEarthWorks wrote:

>I was wondering if someone can give me a tip on how to make sure there are no leaks before I pour a mold. Is there a way to test it before actually pouring the slip? I have this problem with my multi piece moulds. I have a christmas tree which has two sides and a base (3 parts). It is very difficult to get the straps on correctly due to the odd shape of the mould. Thanks,
> Rachel
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