Versatile, Fast Mold Putty Used To Restore Antique Picture Frame

Gallery courtesy of Smooth-On, Inc.

Equinox™ Silicone Putty products are new silicone compounds (platinum catalyst) that can be easily mixed and applied by hand to a variety of surfaces. Equinox Putty is mixed in equal amounts (1A:1B) by volume. Pot life is about 1 minute with a cure time of about 7 minutes at room temperature (72°F/ 23°C). Equinox™ 40 is a slower version with a 30-minute pot life and 5-hour demold time.

Equinox™ Silicone Putty is convenient, no mess – fastest, easiest way yet to make a mold.

In this example, Equinox™ is used to mold a section of an antique wooden picture frame. A casting is poured into the mold, which is then finished and glued in place to form a perfect repair.

You Will Need: Equinox 40, Smooth-Cast 325, Metal Powders, Syringe, Mixing Sticks, Mixing Containers, Glue, Shoe Polish, Acrylic Spray

Step 1: Mixing and Applying Equinox™ 40

Dispense equal amounts of putty in your hand. Fold part A around part B until a uniform color is achieved, then press the putty firmly into similar frame detail. Demold the silicone putty from the frame in 5 hours.