Making A Fiberglass Shell For Latex Statue Concert Molds

Constructing A Fiberglass Shell For Latex Concert Statue Molds

[@tomerlin84]

I keep coming back to this video, almost done with my first mold. Thank you so much for sharing. Very helpful video.

[@victoria653]

thanks let me know how it goes

[@vidanaps714]

I just found your channel will subscribe now I’ll always love and passions about these statues I always think it was hard and thought it require lots of fancy tools to build but I’m wrong now after seeing your videos I’m forever grateful and thankful to your videos . God bless 🥲❤️❤️🥰🥰😅

[@JOEGGGJOE]

I’d make a fiberglass slurry/peanut butter (powder mix & resin). You can use talc or even baby powder for all those undercuts and deep crevices. That fiberglass resin is actually more money & the worst quality you can get. Better quality resin is actually thinner and cheaper. It will wet out so much better and quicker. I would recommend spraying the pva also. Dilute it with water. Make a 1:1 ratio, out it in a spray bottle, & spray it. Good video.

[@JOEGGGJOE]

Yes. Make a peanut butter consistency slurry. Mix talc, baby powder, micro blooms, cabosil, or milled fibers, etc into the resin first. Then put hardner in it & mix it all together. Apply this first in any deep crevice. Then apply resin and fiberglass over the slurry. This will avoid an major bubbles and air pockets.

[@taylarogers313]

@@JOEGGGJOE will corn starch work as talc??

[@taylarogers313]

So you're saying just powder and the resin, let dry then cover with the fiberglass sheets??? I've never made one, I've only made a plaster mother mold

[@JOEGGGJOE]

@@taylarogers313 I’ll used baby powder w/corn starch in the past. Just make sure you mix it really good. I have had some issues with that though. I’d put a lite coat and add more after dried/cured to make sure it’s good.

[@JOEGGGJOE]

@@taylarogers313 no put the slurry on first then fiberglass rite over it. The point is to fill any gaps & voids that you might get that the fiberglass can’t get into. If you just fiberglass over gaps & voids, you will have air pockets or resin Rich filled areas that are week.

[@ChipLinck]

Great video. Just what I was looking for.

[@doogiehowser78]

im going to try foil tape from now on and ive been using chop strand which is really messy , ill be using matting from now on , cheers mate for the ideas , you make it look easy

[@chrishunter1226]

Dude, thank you so much for making this video. I am doing two full sized busts and your video is helping me so much. I appreciate you!

[@chrishunter1226]

Hi Johnathan! I had two custom busts designed. One of John Rockefeller and one of Cornelius Vanderbilt. They are from my favorite pictures of each and I'm going to recast them in a material, place on a rectangular art gallery bust stand in our new office building. Not sure what material would be the best choice - Plaster of Paris, then waxed? White Portland Cement? Do you have any suggestions? These will be lit up and prefer light color. I wish I could post a picture of the prototypes for you to see man, I think you would like it.

[@victoria653]

@@chrishunter1226 Hey, plastic works good but does not have the durability of concrete. Although concrete is a lot heavier. Plaster is more expensive. I would probably do concrete if weight is not an issues.

[@chrishunter1226]

@@victoria653 thanks buddy :) Still haven't "busted" them out (lol terrible joke). Seriously though, the fiberglass is on them so good I cannot seem to get it off so they were set aside until I could hook them up with a comealong and pull them off.... I'm not sure what the outcome will be but if we don't destroy them, I will cast them in cement!

[@fitness1ststeps]

Great video, thanks!

[@THECRAZIES06660]

Foil tape GREAT IDEA. thanks.

[@Elizabeth-ex8cs]

Can you list what products you used to make the fiberglass mold? Thanks

[@vivekmenon7404]

Thanks for the great video iam making my first mold and would like to know which brand did you use for PVA mold release not able to find any specific one online

[@bernadette6211]

Beautiful work

[@fitness1ststeps]

Great video.. Think I've said this before 🤔🤣

[@davidis3001]

What type of fiberglass sheets used.and that resin is good to use.read in comments mentioning your two mistakes thks

[@victoria653]

i use the resin from the home depot, its the cheapest and works just fine. The fiber glass i get in a roll from industrial plastics and paints.

[@resinart2098]

Wow came out nice

[@hacktron1]

This is an awesome video. Thanks! Definitely inspiring and much appreciated

[@shaneneempey6396]

Could you use mold release spray? The 200 stuff?

[@georgeohwell8481]

Greetings from Ireland, thanks for the videos😉

[@benson5468]

Great informative video thanks for posting would it be worthwhile investing in a vibrating table just a thought bren new subscriber

[@colin3651]

Nice work dude . I do the same kinda thing Maki statues , large Fountians in canada 🇨🇦

[@AmericanRebelFTP]

Did that have concrete in it while you were making that shell?

[@sweeney69728]

Hi I was just wondering how to you keep the rubber in shape in the first stage when it's on the stand thats whats catching me? Brilliant video by the way 👏

[@victoria653]

Its painted on a statue before fiberglass!

[@sweeney69728]

@@victoria653 I’ve no statue just the rubber mould any ideas on how to keep it in shape before doing the fibreglass thanks again for the reply

[@curtis866]

Do you put wak on first ?

[@lisasmith9311]

My Dad Bill Swan made a lot of iconic fiberglass statues like Paul Bunyan,Bobs Big Boy and several others which can be seen in a short Amazon ebook for only 14.99 called "The man behind the mufflerman "he also made the Ford Mustang horse I'd like to have a copy made but don't want to cut it up

[@gerardosiljanoski9863]

Great vid my guy

[@mahmoudzaefi2958]

do you mixing green wax with PVA? The ratio of combining them is equal???

[@victoria653]

pva is premixed and reedy to use

[@mahmoudzaefi2958]

@@victoria653 thanks for your answer. i cant find that product in my location. Do you know how much green wax should I mix with how much alcohol and make this product myself? Or because this product is not found in our area, you would suggest another product؟ ،Thanks again 😊

[@itstyrelly3463]

Do you have any tips on making a latex mold a little softer so it’s not so tight. The heads of my Buddha often get stuck and end up breaking off

[@victoria653]

Try doing a seam and make sure to put metal wire in them

[@poloniumsugarcube611]

Great work man. I just wanted to say ,maybe you find it helpfull. When you cut your rubber seam to allow removal of rubber .try zig zagging your cut . For me it comes togeather nicer .👍

[@lasvegas531]

excuse me my frien(s) what is it made of ? that thin and yellowish one inside the fiberglass cover. What's its name on the markets?

[@kylemitchell9183]

If you were willing to sell a mold and fiberglass backup, how much would that run?

[@victoria653]

Depends on the size. For a smaller one about a foot tall, around $200. A larger one say 2 foot tall, around 500-600. Materials are expensive and it's a lot of labor to make them

[@ypomichelle]

Thanks for the video. How did you make the legs to support the mold when pouring the plaster?

[@victoria653]

hello. This one i did not make legs i just lean ti up against something lol

[@ypomichelle]

Johnathon Wheeler thanks thats what i do too :)

[@samnsone4u167]

Hey, Johnathone my name is Sam Thepsourinthone I am Lao, I wonder I can buy your latex rubber mold of Chinese Buddha how much would it be? or send me your old piece I would appreciate very much please let me know thank you!

[@vonkunstler884]

Just curious what you put in the fiberglass resin? You mentioned a hardener? Also is it necessary or will the fiberglass resin harden on its own?

[@victoria653]

The hardener makes the fiberglass cure. If you do not put the hardener in, the fiberglass will never cure. It takes anywhere from 20 minutes up to 4 hours for the fiberglass to harden, depending on the temperature.

[@vonkunstler884]

@@victoria653 Thank you so much for the reply! I subscribed and look forward to more videos!

[@davidreed2254]

Hi, great video, is it essential to have the hardener? Haven't seen that in other videos. Best regards, D

[@craigdwillia]

Doesn't the resin stink really bad? Do you wear a mask?

[@nandersenaustin]

why not use the faster setting concrete, I guess its technically mortar, but as strong as traditional concrete ?

[@labriochedor]

Hi, nice tutorial. what cement mix did you used for making the statue, please, thanks

[@victoria653]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y2O4ZquImrBgmNE

[@smallnuts2]

If the mold has 4 legs, say a deer, bear and so on. How would you add the cement since the bottom would be different do to legs, or if deer antler and so on? Also, after the plaster anything else? Wondering if it gets hit it will shatter?

[@a1p2b32]

What can I use instead of PVA mold release agent? Something easy to find. I have some PVA but I am guessing its not the same.

[@victoria653]

You can use Saran Wrap

[@MadPaperPeople]

wash up liquid works for plaster...

[@tipsandtricks6071]

Use mold release wax then pva and then more wax.

[@cinmarina]

nicely done! thank you!

[@pagevpetty]

You should say exactly what you are using and where to get it. (eg. "sheets of this" ???)

[@juliepagitt9342]

Thank you so much for the video, it was very helpful! I saw that you recommend 15-20 layers of latex, but how much latex did it take to make your mold?

[@victoria653]

hello cant remember. I have learned a lot since i made this video. Currently i put about 5 coats a day on and a total of 20-30 coats depending on the mold.

[@juliepagitt9342]

@@victoria653 Do you have a suggestion on how to figure up how much latex I'll need? I've tried online calculators and have gotten varied answers. I don't want to order too much, but definitely need to make sure that I have enough for my project.

[@victoria653]

@@juliepagitt9342 Hmmmm i can kinda guess with experience on how much latex will be needed for a mold but it hard to say. One thing to know is that, you do not want to go more than a day between coats because if the latex drys too much, new latex will not stick to it properly and you rubber will start to feel and fall apart. I have been finding with thin coats i can do about 10-15 coats a day for a total of about 30-40 coats. I would say for a 1 foot tall by 1 foot tall statue. Probably around a half gallon.

[@juliepagitt9342]

@@victoria653 Very helpful! Thank you so much!

[@iarguewithboomersoriginal]

Massage guns work good for.the tapping

[@MrMadenuff]

Nice job. can you use polyester resin with latex or do you use epoxy resin? cheers from Mike in the UK.

[@gracelacourse409]

You can use Polyester resin. Make sure to use PVA beforehand so it won't stick to it.

[@Bluesidian]

What is the name of the rubber you use ? It would be nice to get a link to where you buy the rubber and the shell stuff. please :(

[@victoria653]

holdens latex

[@Bluesidian]

@@victoria653 thanks buddy

[@tomellsworth2726]

Use 1.5 OZ chop strand matt and you will get a better fiberglass shell. wet it out on a piece of foil on top of your table ( work bench ) then put it on your statue . thats probably why you had a hard time with it.

[@victoria653]

Thanks,i am using a different fiberglass now. I am finding that doing more layers helps also! I have learned a lot since i made this video.

[@tomellsworth2726]

@@victoria653 I make concrete molds also. I love watching videos and trying to pick up different tips. This guy has a lot of videos. Really helpful info. mrconcreteartisan

[@discerningrambles]

Hi John I'm just starting out and this video gave me hope that I won't have to spend the rest of my days working with fibreglass mat. As it stands right now, what type of fibreglass do you recommend I use. Mesh? If so what type and can mat be used in combination with mesh ? Your answer could change my life

[@tomellsworth2726]

@@discerningrambles Absolutely don't use mesh. Use 1.5oz chop strand matt

[@CeeJayKay]

What kind of rubber is used?

[@victoria653]

www.sculpturesupply.com/detail.php?id=223625&sf=category&vl=Rubber+Latex

[@wolfy1]

Great video, thanks! Where do you get the rubber and release?

[@victoria653]

On ebay there is a company called Holdens latex

[@daverichards7141]

what is the rubber coating that you use to make the mold insert

[@victoria653]

Hello, its liquid latex, you get it from mold making supply companies

[@luisbamb5349]

What do you use to hold the whole mold up for pouring in the plaster. I cant really tell how it's being held up in those blue bins

[@gracelacourse409]

He should have added posts to make it self standing, otherwise you just place it so it stands straight up by propping it up with whatever you have.

[@daphnelaverack7345]

Hi Griz I was wondering if you use a thickener in your fibreglass and if so what do you use

[@victoria653]

hello id o not use a thickener but it might be a good idea

[@mikemcdevitt6728]

Why plaster of Paris opposed to concrete?

[@celiamoreno7745]

Fantastic video, but I got motion sickness... Great information on it though!

[@charlesna1842]

Don’t understand the part where you ad the hardener. Does it come with the resin or is it sold separately. If it is a separate item what brand do you use. Also is the hardener necessary?

[@victoria653]

Hello yes you buy the fiberglass at Home Depot. It comes with the hardener and the instructions are on it

[@angieh4534]

@@victoria653 the home depote resin here is not the as fiberlay.. That was my first mistake when starting this hobby .my second mistake was painting it on, dabbing works best for me..

[@sandhyavikram4844]

Hi! Do you provide online classes? Your work is awesome 👌

[@victoria653]

NO but that's a good idea!

[@ParrishLee]

Did you carve the statue or just copy one?

[@victoria653]

I just copy them. But I am looking into getting a 3D printer and trying to make my own.

[@switcheezy]

Dude... Thank you for this video.

[@angieh4534]

My first layer is a paste made of resin, fiberglass strands & fumed silica .. that way you only have to do this process 1 time after the paste dries, and it's very strong..

[@victoria653]

hello, can you tell me more?

[@angieh4534]

Johnathon Wheeler you can get the latex and fiberlay resin, fiberglass strands, everything you need online at a place called The Engineer Guys..

[@SuperMatthewJohnson1]

Hi what type of plaster do you use to pour in the mold?

[@victoria653]

plaster of paris

[@taylarogers313]

@@victoria653 is that just for indoor statues? I just poured my first cement statues but I didn't know you could use that.

[@mitchyboy615]

How much plaster did you use for this size statue?

[@mitchyboy615]

looks great

[@victoria653]

about half a 20lbs bag

[@doriscampbell9260]

@@victoria653 i was wondering why you did a plaster statue and not a cement statue... is it an outside statue? also when you use cement for this size of statue what is you cement mix recipe and do you also add some steel or metal rods for support? thanks for posting your video.

[@marksheldon9239]

Hi i no it might sound stupid but what did u fill the latex with please to fill the mould out thanks

[@victoria653]

In what do I pour into the mold? I use concrete

[@marksheldon9239]

I find if i use concrte it bulkes the latex out to much making it deformed pal

[@marksheldon9239]

No i mean how do u get the latex to stand on its own before putting the fiber glass on please

[@MrVikingdane]

@@marksheldon9239 the origional piece is still under the latex ;)

[@cristinalavinia8914]

@@marksheldon9239 u take a ornament and brush with latex wen is dry is look like that

[@SuperSap77]

Do you sell your molds? TIA! Looks great!

[@victoria653]

Sometimes on ebay but nothing atm

[@spongebob358]

Does the PVA release not degrade the latex. Awesome Share by the way! We are not worthy!

[@victoria653]

Never had an issue. Once it dries, its washes off with water

[@marciagibson5344]

What kind of resin do you use

[@victoria653]

hello i use the industrial stuff not from my local supply store called Industrial Plastics and Paints

[@sageoliver3255]

You should advise people to wear masks and not breath in dust and fibers...great video...we used to make fiberglass kayaks

[@victoria653]

Probably a good idea!

[@Engelhafen]

Buddha will come back in another life 😂

[@luizfernandodegouveagouvea7177]

Hello .. Good night; please; How many layers of latex are needed to apply THESE molds ????

[@victoria653]

Around 15 to 20

[@nickyblake4035]

Hi from the uk 🇬🇧. When u apply to foil tape does it come off easy

[@victoria653]

Holds well enough to fibreglass and comes off fine when your done

[@nickyblake4035]

Does it come off the latex easy enough too

[@mahmoudzaefi2958]

Hello. I have some questions. I am new and I watched a lot of videos on KZbin and unfortunately I did not find the answers to these questions. Thank you for helping me. Thanks 1- After how long do you make the mother mold? I mean, how long should the latex mold dry before adding PVA and attaching fiberglass? 2- If we use PVA to separate the latex mold from the fiberglass mold, won't it harm the latex mold? (PVA is a natural substance like latex?) 3- And can you please tell me how long it takes for the PVA to dry before we start the mother mold? 4- And can you please tell me how long it takes for the fiberglass mother mold dry? 5- After making the latex and mother mold, before starting casting, do you use PVA inside the latex mold so that the statue can be easily separated from the latex mold? Or do you use another substance at that stage? thank you very much for your help. good luck :)

[@victoria653]

after latex is totally cured, then use pva, not sure if its natural. Latex can take 3-7 days after last coat to fully cure... pva dries fast, couple hours of less, i would recommend 2 or 3 coats. pva only on outside, not inside. Inside, use mold releave, costrol oil and 99% rubber alcohol

[@mahmoudzaefi2958]

@@victoria653 Thank you very much for your help 😊

[@mahmoudzaefi2958]

I have sometimes seen artists who use talcum powder on the model when they want to save and store the latex molds. Is this material suitable for latex molds and does it increase the life of latex? After using the PVA (green wax + alcohol) on latex mold, should we wait until it dries and then start making the fiberglass mother mold? or should we start the fiberglass before the PVA dries? many thanks for your help 😊

[@amilcarmiguel7274]

😀👍🏻🇧🇷LONDRINA Brasil

[@عصامرباط]

Thank you

[@MoRiTa1265]

What kind of you used

[@MoRiTa1265]

What kind of plaster do you use?

[@victoria653]

@@MoRiTa1265 I only use concrete now but the plaster I used was dep from Lowe's

[@luispower6981]

Hello Johnathan do you sell some of your wonderful molds if so please contact me

[@victoria653]

Sometimes on ebay but nothing atm

[@BYLB]

Hi, first this is a great teaching video. i was wondering if I could ask you some questions via email

[@tanthiennguyen9133]

Dann baue ich ein Boot....Ein Haus.....Ein Bank.....Ein Flugzeug.......Ein Familie.....Ein Clan......

[@waterspiritsleepandmeditat414]

Fix that torn latex mold with super glue and a few coats of thick liquid latex.

[@h7opolo]

why didn't you show the de-molding process? i suspect because you failed and then resorted to pretending the original model is the final result.

[@MadPaperPeople]

let plaster sit for a little while and stir gently do not use a power tool it will create bubbles...stir gently = fewer bubbles...25 years of mixing plaster...

[@AnandSingh-fb4cd]

0c achcha kam mein fibre class ka ham bhi yahi kam karte hain mod Lena silicon latex rubber mein

[@tanthiennguyen9133]

Macht keine Schock bitte.....

[@tanthiennguyen9133]

Sorry, selber Schuld.....