Making a Simple Mold
1. Melt the Flexwax in a double boiler. When it is completely liquid, allow it to cool to a working temperature of 125°F (52°C). NOTE: DO NOT OVERHEAT OR EXPOSE FLEXWAX DIRECTLY TO A HEAT SOURCE OR FLAME.
2. Apply vaseline sparingly over the surface of the object for easy release.
3. Brush liquid Flexwax over the surface carefully.
4. After the entire area is coated, lay on pieces of net reinforcing material such as cheesecloth.
5. Brush second coat of Flexwax over the netting to the necessary thickness and allow it to cool.
6. For larger pieces, make a saddle mold using plaster bandage.
7. Remove the mold carefully and chill it by placing it in a tub of cold water.
8. Cast plaster, polyester or most any other material in the usual manner.
9. After casting, the mold may be melted and reused.
Making a Mold From a 3-Dimensional Object
Heat the original work to about 100°F (38°C) to 120°F (49°C) and brush on the warm liquid Flexwax. After it is completely covered, reinforce with a layer of cheesecloth and another layer of Flexwax. Split the mold half way up the back and remove the original work.
Apply a release agent to the inside surface, seal the halves together and pour in plaster such as AMACO Casting Compound or Pottery Plaster or any other plastic casting material. Remove the mold after the cast has hardened and finish with a patina.
Caution: Wax melting should only be done in a double boiler and by an adult. Temperature of melted wax should be measured with a thermometer and kept at 120°F (49°C) in order to prevent breakdown of wax or risk of skin burns.
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