{"product_id":"winterstone-ultra","title":"Winterstone Ultra","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow is Ultra Mix different?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e- Ultra Mix is a rich, extra fine Winterstone formula with increased strength, toughness and bonding properties.  It is a casting medium ideal for face coats either brushed on or slush cast where the sculptor desires a more refined and highly polishable\/burnishable surface, or to achieve a metallic effect with or without the addition of metallic powders (iron, bronze, brass, etc.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat effects can I create with Ultra Mix?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e- Here's just a few examples of effects you can create with Ultra Mix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-yui_3_17_2_93_1473439078355_25157\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-html-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow much water do I use to make a batch of Ultra Mix?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e- Generally it is 1 part water to 3 parts dry mix.  (Technically 29-36 parts water per 100 parts dry mix by weight or volume.)  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the working time for Ultra Mix?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e- Ultra Mix has a pot life of 40-50 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow much metallic powder can I add to Ultra Mix?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e- Added metallic powders should not exceed 1 part metallic to 4 parts Ultra Mix to create a metallic effect.  Together the metallic and ultra mix are considered the dry mix for measurement by volume purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-yui_3_17_2_91_1473439078355_11899\" class=\"sqs-block horizontalrule-block sqs-block-horizontalrule\" data-block-type=\"47\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-yui_3_17_2_91_1473439078355_12766\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-html-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsing Ultra Mix to Achieve a \"Metallic\" Bronze Effect - Step-by-step instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1A.  Cast sculpture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e- Add 1 part Burnt Umber Colorit-FX to 4 parts water.  Use this water to mix into the Ultra Mix dry powder (not necessary to add metallic powder).  Use this Ultra Mix for the face coat.  Using the same water, mix with Casting Mix and\/or Sculpting Mix for the backup layers until the desired thickness is achieved (using the same coloured water ensures that white will not show through).  After demolding clean seams\/make repairs as required using Ultra Mix and the same water mixture.  When finished allow sculpture to cure for 3 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-yui_3_17_2_93_1473439078355_10455\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-html-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1B.  Built-up sculpture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e- If using Sculpting Mix to build-up a sculpture, build as normal until the last couple of layers utilizing water with 1 part Burnt Umber Colorit-FX to 4 parts water.  Use a thicker mix of Ultra Mix for the final 1 or 2 layers.  When finished allow sculpture to dry for 3 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2.  Surface patina\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e- If the Winterstone sculpture was made without integrally pigmenting the Ultra Mix, an optional step to \"kill the white\" is to apply Antique Amber or other color reactive stain with a brush to the whole sculpture.  While still wet dab with a sponge to create a mottled\/blended effect.  Allow to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e- Mix a surface patina by combining Colorit-FX Yellow Ochre and Burnt Umber.  Dilute this mixture with 4 parts water then apply over sculpture with a brush.  This Colorit-FX will penetrate into the surface and bind with the Winterstone.  While still damp dab with a sponge to mottle\/blend the surface.  Allow to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e- Mix a darker surface patina by adding Colorit-FX Raw Umber to the existing diluted patina.  Apply into recessed areas of the sculpture with a brush.  This layer will also penetrate into the surface and bind with the Winterstone.  While still damp dab with a sponge to blend the surface.  Allow to dry for 24 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e- Using a \u003cstrong\u003esoft bristle brass brush\u003c\/strong\u003e selectively burnish the high spots leaving the depressions and textured areas untouched.  The following day the sculpture can have another session of burnishing for a more metallic\/glossy look.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e- Apply \u003cstrong\u003espray \u003c\/strong\u003e\"fixative\" sealer to burnished areas (e.g., Krylon brand Acrylic Clear Gloss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Winterstone","offers":[{"title":"2lb","offer_id":48019450167611,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4lb","offer_id":48019450200379,"sku":"843007","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"44lb Pail","offer_id":48019450233147,"sku":"843044","price":164.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/7539\/6411\/files\/winterultrapail.png?v=1711032060","url":"https:\/\/maacaffestore.com\/products\/winterstone-ultra","provider":"The Compleat Sculptor, Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}