Fixit Terracotta is the warm, clay-coloured shade of Aves Studio's multi-media repair compound, aimed at pots, brick, tile and earthenware, and at terrain where an earthy filler suits. Knead equal portions of A and B for two minutes until there are no streaks. You get between one and three hours to work it, and water smooths the surface. It sets without heat and is rock hard 24 hours later, with a semi-gloss finish you can sand or paint.
Unaffected by water once cured, and freeze-thaw stable
Resists UV and fuel, and heat to 260 °C (500 °F)
Drill, tap or carve the cured putty without it flaking
Non-conductive and non-flammable; conforms to ASTM D4236
Why Terracotta?
Use Terracotta to mend clay pots and planters, brick, tile and other earthenware, where a pale filler would stand out against the orange-brown body. In terrain and basing it doubles as an earthy colour for rocks and brick walls, so a chipped or cracked piece of scenery does not draw the eye before you paint it.
The 113 g (1/4 lb) pack
The smallest pack: 113 g in total, Part A plus Part B. It covers a good run of small repairs, gap fills and conversions, and it is the sensible way to try Fixit before buying in bulk. The 1 lb (454 g) and 3 lb (1.36 kg) packs hold the same formula.
Worth knowing
It cures rigid, so it is not the right choice for parts that need to flex.
It is a firm repair putty first. You can sculpt with it, but for fine figure work Apoxie Sculpt is the smoother material.
Fine for hobby, craft, home and workshop repairs, but do not rely on it for safety-critical or load-bearing parts, or for pressurised gas or fuel systems.
We hold no food-contact certification for it, so keep it off surfaces that touch food or drink.
Wear gloves when mixing, and a dust mask and safety glasses when sanding: dust from the cured putty contains crystalline silica. Keep out of reach of children.
Fired clay comes in many shades, so expect a near match rather than a perfect one on any given pot; a wash or a little paint finishes the blend.
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Notes · Q & A
Apoxie Sculpt, Apoxie Clay or Fixit — which Aves compound do I need?+
All three are two-part epoxy compounds mixed in equal amounts that harden on their own, with no oven or kiln. Apoxie Sculpt is the smooth, all-round sculpting compound in a wide choice of colours. Apoxie Clay has a fine, clay-like grain for detail and texture. Fixit is the firmer repair formula, heat rated to 260 °C and resistant to fuel, for fills, bonds and rebuilt parts.
How do I mix it, and how long can I work it?+
Take equal amounts of Part A and Part B, ideally wearing nitrile gloves, and knead for about two minutes until the colour is completely even with no streaks; under-mixed putty leaves soft spots. Working time varies by product, from about one hour to three, and is listed on each product page. All of them reach full cure in 24 hours.
How do I smooth it, and what cleans it up?+
While it is still workable, smooth or texture the surface with a little water on a finger, brush or tool, or with Aves Safety Solvent, which also lifts fingerprints; Apoxie Clay is smoothed with the solvent. Hands and tools clean up with soap and water before the compound sets. Once cured, only sanding or carving will remove it.
Can I sand, drill and paint it once cured, and what precautions should I take?+
After the full cure it can be sanded, filed, drilled, tapped or turned without chipping, and it takes paint wet or cured. It does not shrink, and it is waterproof and freeze-thaw stable. Wear gloves when mixing, since the uncured compound can cause a skin allergy and eye irritation, and a dust mask and safety glasses when sanding.
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Notes · Logistics
Shipping
Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.
Returns
If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.
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Table · Specification
Technical specifications
Product details
Brand
Aves Studio
Product code
FX1/4TER
Type
Epoxy Putty
Shipping weight
230 g
Colour
Terracotta
Made in
United States
Composition & curing
Chemistry
Two-part epoxy repair compound (Part A + Part B, equal parts)