Sculpey Clay Instructions
Manufacturer's Instructions for Sculpey Clay
Caution
Read the instructions before use follow them and keep them for reference.
Contents:
Sculpey is a soft, non-toxic clay made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC). The PVC along with a few other ingredients create a unique material which is malleable, does not dry out like other clays, and it retains its shape once it’s baked.
Instructions for activity
- Start with clean hands and work area. Good working surfaces include a glass or metal surface, disposable foil, or wax paper. Do not place unbaked clay on furniture, flooring, carpeting, or fabric. Work from light colours to dark colours. Knead clay until soft and smooth.
- Shape and tool clay into desired form. You can use modelling tools, for example, to create and work out small details. Sculpey clay can be used with cutters and bead makers. Larger projects can be ‘bulked out’ with crumpled aluminium foil and/or armature wire. To clean hands use isopropyl alcohol, baby oil or handy wipes, and then soap and water.
- Pre-heat the oven based on package instructions, usually 130°C. For accurate temperature readings, place an oven thermometer in the baking area and check you can read it through the oven door. Bake for the correct amount of time depending on the thickness of your piece. Sculpey recommends baking at 130°C for 30 mins per ¼ inch of thickness. Recommended surfaces for baking on are; glass, metal or an oven safe work mat. For optimal results cover your clay with a tented piece of aluminium foil or an upside-down baking pan. DO NOT MICROWAVE and DO NOT exceed the recommended temperature or baking time. Ensure the room is well ventilated.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool completely. Once cool, baked pieces become hard and can be polished, sanded, drilled, carved and painted with 100% acrylic points. If using oil-based paints or water-based acrylics, the items can be sealed with a glaze before or after pointing. Pottery on dishes made with polymer clays should be used for decorative purposes only, not with food, beverages or smoking materials
Safety Information
Do not bring material in contact with mouth or eyes. Do not exceed a temperature of 130°C/265°F or harmful gases may be produced. Do not exceed a hardening time of 30 min. Do not use a glass thermometer. Do not heat the material and cook food in the oven at the same time. Do not harden in the microwave. Do not allow the product to come into contact with an open flame, hot knife or wire. Wash your hands after carrying out any work. Clean the oven thoroughly after curing. Do not use pyrolytic cleaning. Clean all equipment after use. Do not eat, drink or smoke in the work area. Do not expose hardened material to temperatures exceeding 130°C/265°F. Store modelling clay out of reach of young children as small parts are a choking hazard.
General First Aid Information
In case of accidental overheating and inhalation of poisonous gases: remove person to fresh air and seek immediate medical advice. In case of doubt seek medical advice without delay. Take the chemical and/or product together with the container with you. In rave of injury always seek medical advice.
Disposal
Sculpey polymer clay can be disposed with the normal waste.
Warning
Sculpey Bake Shop is recommended for ages 8+. Sculpey products are recommended adults and children age 14+