Frequently Asked Questions
We have questions and answers to help you decode the terminology and the fundamentals of mouldmaking and casting.
We have questions and answers to help you decode the terminology and the fundamentals of mouldmaking and casting.
The fact that almost nothing sticks to platinum silicone is usually a desirable quality. However, it means that most paints will not stick to it, either. We have a paint base system available for our platinum silicone rubbers (like Dragon Skin or Ecoflex) called Psycho Paint™. This is a translucent base that our Silc Pig™ silicone pigments can be added to.
Psycho Paint can be applied with a regular brush or can be thinned down with a solvent like our NOVOCS Gloss or NOVOCS Matte silicone solvents and sprayed through an air brush. Below is a video on how to use Psycho Paint: