This is Aves Fixit, the two-part repair compound, in Terracotta: a warm clay colour, 1 lb (454 g) to the kit. You knead the two parts together in equal measure until the colour is uniform, then have 1–3 hours to press the putty into cracks, rebuild chips and dampen a brush or tool to smooth the surface. It self-hardens without heat and is fully cured in 24 hours: rock hard, semi-gloss, with no shrinkage. It grips ceramic, stone, masonry and tile as well as wood, metal and plastics, so it suits pottery and garden ornaments as much as terrain.
Mix A and B thoroughly; incomplete mixing gives poor results
Copes with 260 °C (500 °F) of heat, plus UV and fuel
Outdoor-ready: it sets even under water, stays waterproof and survives freeze-thaw
After the 24-hour cure it can be sanded, carved, drilled or tapped
Takes all paints; wash tools in soap and water while it is still soft
Why Terracotta
Use it to mend clay flowerpots, terracotta planters, brick, tile and earthenware, where a pale fill would stand out. For scenery it doubles as a warm, earthy brown for rocks, walls and bases. Real terracotta comes in many shades, so see this as a near match to start from; a coat of paint or a wash finishes the blend.
The 1 lb pack
One kit holds Part A and Part B, 454 g in total: the middle of the three Fixit sizes we stock, enough for a terrain project or a run of repairs. The other sizes in this colour are linked in the specification table. Mix only what you can use within the working time; once A and B meet, it cures whether you have finished or not.
Worth knowing
It cures rigid, so it is not for parts that need to flex, and for fine figure sculpting Apoxie Sculpt is the smoother compound.
Not for safety-critical or load-bearing parts, or pressurised gas and fuel systems. We hold no food-contact certification for it, so keep it off surfaces that touch food or drink.
It may cause an allergic skin reaction and eye irritation: wear gloves when mixing. Sanding dust from the cured putty contains crystalline silica, so wear a dust mask and safety glasses. Keep it away from children.
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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
FX1TER
Type
Epoxy Putty
Shipping weight
590 g
Colour
Terracotta
Made in
United States
Composition & curing
Chemistry
Two-part epoxy repair compound (Part A + Part B, equal parts)