Texture Roller - Rope

Texture Roller - Rope

Texture rollers used to imprint a permanent, repeating pattern onto clay and other putties. Made from transparent, non-toxic PMMA plastic with amazing non-puncturing properties. The texture rollers are available in several different textures, depending on your specific needs.

Length: 14.50 cm (5.5 inches)
Diameter: 2.5 cm (1 inch)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE:
1. - Properly mix the putty/clay/modeling compound until it is ready according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
2. - Spread out the putty/clay/modeling compound. For best results, smooth the mass. We recommend using a flat, untextured rolling pin for this purpose.
3. - Depending on the type of material, we recommend moistening the roller to prevent it from sticking.
4. - Move the roller with consistent, even pressure to ensure a continuous texture.
5. - Cut off excess material on the sides with a sharp knife. We recommend letting the material dry beforehand.

MATERIALS:
There are many different putties and types of clay on the market, and all can be textured with the right technique.
Modeling with these rolling pins and polymer clay (Fimo or Sculpey type) is usually quite easy, as polymer clay allows for easy error correction due to the heat required for hardening.
If the goal is to model textured bases, we recommend using MDF wood bases. It is possible to texture the material directly on the bases and then bake the model with the MDF wood bases in the oven at 150ºC for 15 minutes. The MDF wood bases will not burn and will only slightly smell like toast.
In the case of epoxy putties, there are various techniques to achieve similar results. The advantage of these materials is that they do not need to be baked but can be textured directly.
When using Green Stuff, which is particularly sticky, it is advisable to moisten the surface of the roller or the mass with a little water before imprinting the texture.
Talk powder, or even directly applied modeling petroleum jelly (LINK), can also reduce the stickiness of Greenstuff.
Other epoxy putties, e.g., Milliput modeling compounds, can also be used. However, these should not be moistened, as this unnecessarily complicates the work. If Milliput appears too sticky, the mass should be kneaded until the stickiness subsides.

CLEANING AND CARE:
After using the roller, it should be cleaned with a scrubbing brush and plenty of water to remove any residue of the material used.

SAFETY:
Children should always be in the presence of an adult when using.