Green Stuff World Air Dry Foam Clay 250g – Black Modeling Clay
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Green Stuff World Air Dry Foam Clay 250g – Black Modeling Clay
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Product overview
Black Air Dry Foam Clay is a hand-formable acrylic modelling foam for cosplay armour, accessories, figures and scale-model terrain. It is neither a ready-to-sand putty nor an oven-bake clay: exposure to room air hardens it in 24 to 48 hours depending on the depth of the piece. The dried form remains springy enough for projects that may flex during handling or wear. Its water solubility allows fresh edges and connections to be smoothed with a damp finger, but it also prevents the unprotected finished material from being weatherproof.
- Use it for hand-built forms, gap filling and surface texture on scenery, figures and wearable props.
- It can be worked in silicone moulds where repeated details or decorative shapes are needed.
- Prime the fully dried surface before applying acrylic paint for improved adhesion.
- Choose a flexible coating where the completed component will be bent repeatedly.
- The pack identifies the material as acrylic, lightweight, flexible and easy to cut.
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.
Notes · Logistics
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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.
Table · Specification
Technical specifications
Product details
Brand
Green Stuff World
Product code
5716
Type
Clay
Shipping weight
240 g
Colour
Black
Barcode
8435646530765
Composition & curing
Chemistry
Acrylic-based
Sets hard
48 h
Dimensions & contents
Net weight
250 g
Materials & finish
Format
Foam clay
Product
Green Stuff World Air Dry Foam Clay 250g – Black Modeling Clay
Code (proj)
5716
Ship. weight
240 g
Brand
Green Stuff World
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