Aves Critter Clay 5 lb White box with white clay blocks in film wrap, a sculpting tool and a sculpted hare

Aves Critter Clay 2.27kg (5lb) White — Water-Based Air-Dry Modelling Clay

$20.89

Aves Critter Clay 2.27kg (5lb) White — Water-Based Air-Dry Modelling Clay

Name: Aves Critter Clay 2.27kg (5lb) White — Water-Based Air-Dry Modelling Clay
Brand: Aves Studio
SKU: CC5W
Price: 20.89 USD
Availability: InStock

$20.89

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Product overview

This is Critter Clay White in the 5 lb box, for workshops, classes and anyone who sculpts in quantity. The white body is a good ground for paint, and because the clay is water-based and air drying it goes from box to finished piece without a kiln or fumes. Work it for 30–60 minutes, join sections on textured faces, smooth seams with a touch of water, then leave it to harden: dry to the touch after a night, and cured through in one to six days depending on size. Once hard it can be carved, sanded, painted or sealed.

Supplied in a box; reseal whatever clay you open
Opened clay keeps best for about 14 days, longer in the fridge or freezer
Conforms to ASTM D4236; gluten and sulphur free
Do not breathe sanding dust from the cured clay (crystalline silica)

Notes · Q & A

Air-dry or oven-bake clay — which should I choose?

Air-dry clay hardens through exposure to room air, so it needs no oven but requires time for moisture to leave the material. Oven-bake clay remains workable until heated and usually becomes rigid after baking. Choose according to the finished part: air-dry foam clays may retain some flexibility, while baked polymer clays are selected for a hard sculpted result.

How long does air-dry clay take to dry, and can I speed it up?

Drying time depends mainly on the thickness of the piece, airflow and the product's own formulation. Check the figure published on the individual product page, and build deep forms in manageable layers rather than trying to force a thick mass to dry quickly. Avoid strong heat unless the maker specifically recommends it, as rapid surface drying can trap moisture inside.

Can I paint air-dry clay, and does it need a primer?

Most air-dry modelling clays can be painted once they are fully dry, but the product instructions should decide the paint system. A primer improves adhesion and gives a more consistent surface. Where the finished model bends or flexes, use a flexible paint layer so the coating can move with the material instead of cracking.

How do I stop an opened pack drying out?

Press unused material back into its original resealable pack and remove as much trapped air as practical before closing it. Keep the pack sealed, away from direct heat and moving air. If a work session must stop, cover the unfinished piece tightly so exposed surfaces do not begin drying before you are ready to continue shaping.

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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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