Pottery Plaster: The Best Choice for Slip-Casting Moulds
USG® No. 1 Pottery Plaster is the go-to choice for pottery studios, renowned for its exceptional quality and performance. This plaster is specifically designed for making slip-casting moulds and other plaster castings that require high water absorption. It is highly uniform and delivers outstanding results with a long lifespan.
Why Choose USG® No. 1 Pottery Plaster?
Ideal for Slip-Casting Molds: Perfect for creating moulds that require excellent water absorption.
Exceptional Durability: Noted for its long life and reduced breakage, leading to stronger and more reliable moulds.
Versatile Applications: Suitable for making moulds for sanitary ware, dinnerware, decorative ceramicware, and fine china.
Consistent Performance: Provides a break-resistant, smooth-wearing mould ideal for slip casting and jiggering applications.
Key Features of USG® No. 1 Pottery Plaster:
Superior Strength: Formulated to produce stronger, longer-lasting ceramic slip cast moulds.
Industry Standard: The preferred plaster for sanitary ware and dinnerware casting.
Optimal Mixing Ratio: Recommended use consistency by weight is 70 parts water to 100 parts plaster.
Efficient Setting Time: Standard machine mix Vicat set time of 14-24 minutes.
Mechanical Mixing Preferred: For best results, use an electric drill with a cage mixer head for small batches.
Best Practices for Using USG® No. 1 Pottery Plaster:
Read the TDS: For detailed mixing and processing information, refer to the Technical Data Sheet (TDS).
Proper Storage: Store indoors in a dry, stable environment, away from drafts. Avoid stacking more than two pallets high.
USG® No. 1 Pottery Plaster is your best choice for creating high-quality slip-casting moulds and achieving excellent results in your pottery projects. Experience the superior performance and reliability that make this plaster the industry standard.
