YouTube LIVE With Milo - How To Make Brush On Silicone Molds

In this KZbin Mold Making and Casting Live™ Presentation, Milo will demonstrate what it
takes to successfully plan, design and make brush-on molds. He will show best practices of how and where to incorporate keys, shims and separation lines. The goal is always bubble free castings with minimal post finishing and clean up.
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What you will learn:
- When To Choose Making A Brush-On Vs. A Pour-On Mold
- Mold Making and Support Shell Material Options
- Considerations For Making An Intermediate And Advanced Brush-On Molds
- Options On How To Deal With Pass Through Spaces - Arms, Legs
- Using Keys And Separation Channels For Maximum Benefit
- Avoiding Mechanical Lock: What Are Undercuts And How They Can Be Problematic
- Making A Support Shell Using Aluminum Shims
& So Much More!
#moldmaking #casting #smoothon
Adult Supervision Required
Keep Out Of Reach Of Children
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[@user-uj3ey7wl7s]

Best step by step instructional video concerning making molds for casting small figures.

[@smoothon]

This is a great idea! We will forward it to our video team.

[@isidoreaerys8745]

The amount of thought that had to go into orchestrating all these steps so their colors contrasted and they were at the proper cure stage at the time of Filming is awe inspiring.

[@smoothon]

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[@lonnekevanboxtel1903]

secretly learning more by watching the smooth-on videos than in my actual courses at college :o

[@smoothon]

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[@ACIDvICTIM]

Video tutorials about brush-on moulds don't get more thorough than this! Thank you :)

[@smoothon]

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[@machobeauty]

Thank you for this video. I’m making my first mold and I’m doing my research before I begin 🫶🏽

[@smoothon]

That's great to hear! Doing your research beforehand is always a smart move. Good luck with your first mold-making project!

[@newimagepropreplicas9863]

Great video and information i have used various products from smooth on and they are all really good quality...i was so engrossed watching i didn't miss the small message on the bottom of your sonite wax tin aswell..brilliant :D

[@hhattingh]

Absolutely addicted to these videos. I may actually just be brave enough to try it myself

[@Sean-ws9je]

I Think You Have Done An Excellent Very Professional Job At Representation Milo. . . . .Well Done Mate 😊❤😊

[@smoothon]

Thank you so much 😁

[@christophersoprano-sculptor]

Incredibly helpful process. Thank you for also showing an alternate approach with the Free-Form Air shell.

[@smoothon]

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[@sheleenjones2392]

Thank you, a few thousand of dollars late but now I really have a grip on how to create a mold. Thank you

[@smoothon]

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[@Sean-ws9je]

If I Had A Son Like You I Would Be Extremely Proud Of Him😊❤😊

[@smoothon]

Milo has been making molds for a long time. Thank you!

[@jiwanski]

That was so informative. Thank you!!!

[@KimTran-nr5ls]

Thank you so much. I can try it now.

[@jenwright5275]

Thank-you so much, what fantastic information from a true pro!!

[@smoothon]

Thanks for watching. We hope you enjoyed it. Dont forget to subscribe if you havent already!

[@MrsEarth-pf4cr]

I learned so much. Thank you!

[@smoothon]

Thanks for watching! 😃

[@simonkjaeldgaard-greising]

really good video. This basically makes me takes the step of doing my first mold.

[@smoothon]

Glad we could help!

[@jeanericridonat]

Thank you so much, I really enjoyed it !!!

[@smoothon]

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[@0bm31770]

Great tutorial!

[@kamalipoorshirazi]

very benefit and functionality . thanks man

[@smoothon]

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[@_ul_ka_]

Thank you. This video was very helpful for me.

[@smoothon]

Thank you for letting us know. Glad we could help out!

[@1SGLittleTop]

This helped so much. Thank you!

[@smoothon]

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[@Vikingman2024]

Excellent video! Thanks so much!

[@smoothon]

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[@joeskill4663]

That was good. That certainly is a more challenging mold to make..😯

[@smoothon]

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[@joeskill4663]

@@smoothon already subbed before..👍🏽

[@wulliemarshall4976]

It would be nice to see the final mould place back together as it looks so flimsy and wondered how it actually stuck to the side

[@JackRupert133]

I really wish Milo had disassembled that more complex mold towards the end to show us the plugs and silicone!

[@smoothon]

Thanks for the input Jack! We plan on doing more of these in the future, perhaps that is something we can do in another stream.

[@sparkyjshaw]

It's been three years since this video was made. Have you made another that goes into plugs for deep crevices? Really great videos! @@smoothon

[@communityandcosmos]

Thank you! This is so helpful

[@smoothon]

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[@Sean-ws9je]

Thank You😊❤😊

[@smoothon]

You're welcome 😊

[@jitan-art]

Thank you so much for this, really easy to understand!, would have loved to have seen the mold for the metal cast item though ;)

[@smoothon]

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[@user-zq7ov8uf4v]

thank u so much im from egypt

[@samgdjen5965]

Thanks, good stream)

[@smoothon]

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[@Bodezefah]

when you get the sculpture out and you are talking about not having to deal with excess on one side because you only cut on one side of mold, am i wrong in thinking you will still have cleanup from the inner edges of the arms?

[@grantyart5292]

Excellent video

[@smoothon]

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[@hfranke07]

Great video. Thanks. Your sound could be better. Try to put a high pass filter (HPF) on the sound and remove all frequencies under 200hz. This would remove all the low rumble sounds. And maybe have an eq that takes away the ac noice. That would be great.

[@smoothon]

Thanks for the tips!

[@schoolstudio7915]

Thank you sooo

[@smoothon]

You're welcome 😊

[@vedamerlot3172]

How is this product with moisture?? Is the cure affected by temperatures?? I’m trying to make a custom mold using a carcass. Taxidermy stuff...I use a two part polyurethane foam mix to make the forms. So would I be able to place the project back into the freezer while partial/full cures are taking place, so that the carcass doesn’t completely thaw/leak and possibly lose shape??

[@smoothon]

To mold a frozen piece, we would recommend Mold Max 30 silicone with Fast Cat 30 - www.smooth-on.com/tutorials/molding-casting-alligator-snapping-turtle/.

[@grjk5044]

This video has been really helpful. But what do I do if I have a sculpt of a 22in figure w a pole from the armerature coming out his lower back?

[@smoothon]

Hello GrJk, your request can be handled by our technical support team. Please submit a support ticket at www.smooth-on.com/support/ticket/add/agree/

[@jorndoff]

Where can we buy the bubble sheets? I don't see them on the SmoothOn website.

[@smoothon]

These can be purchased from Reynolds Advanced Materials

[@HH-wh1kh]

Can you please tell me what kind of silicone is best for making a brush on mold for natural clay sculpture?

[@smoothon]

Can you send us a tech ticket? Our team can help you - www.smooth-on.com/support/ticket/add/agree/

[@Thegoodneighbor_]

What is a guiding factor over using metal shims for your mother mold vs doing an open faced mold?

[@smoothon]

There are a lot of factors that would need to be considered. Can you send us a tech ticket? Our team can help you - www.smooth-on.com/support/ticket/add/agree/

[@wadeford2506]

Can you provide another source for the bubble sheets? Reynolds Advanced Materials doesn't show it on their website. Thanks!

[@smoothon]

You may want to try calling The Engineer Guy - www.theengineerguy.com

[@Brenners2010]

Hi there, I'm wondering could you tell me what is the thickness of the metal shims that you are using in this video? Would it be 0.2mm for example? I can't find these shims locally so I have to order them online and it would be helpful to know what thickness I should purchase. Thanks!

[@smoothon]

The thickness is 0.004in

[@lillaohrstrom8597]

Very thorough. Thank you . I wish you could make my molds for me.

[@smoothon]

We do not make molds, but have a list of moldmakers who may be able to help you: www.smooth-on.com/moldmaker/

[@emmamarx9284]

Is there a write up on this? Like text directions I could look at while watching? P.s. this is such an amazing resource!! Thank youuuu!!

[@smoothon]

Thanks for watching and we are so glad you find this helpful. We do not have a text write up for this specific video but we do have a lot of info and resources on our website as well. www.smooth-on.com/support/

[@emmamarx9284]

@@smoothon no problemo, thanks for the quick response!! 😊

[@Bluesidian]

Please make a video of a mold of something concaved hallow inside. I want to make a mold of a hide "Cave" for a tortoise but I don't know how to make the empty space inside.

[@smoothon]

This is a great idea! We will forward it to our video team.

[@donpayne1040]

49:30 great question

[@admiralvasan]

If the mixed material is thick , is it possible to thin it by any thinner material

[@smoothon]

You can thin silicone rubber with our Silicone Thinner

[@vedamerlot3172]

Do you have to let the silicone fully cure before building the mother mold??

[@smoothon]

Yes, the silicone should be fully cured before constructing a mother mold.

[@isidoreaerys8745]

What is the name of that isopropyl alcohol pump? I love that!

[@smoothon]

It's called a plunger can - www.uline.com/Product/Detail/H-3683/Safety-Storage/Plunger-Can-2-Quart

[@dipunbp]

Great video👍 How can I clean the brush after applying silicone

[@smoothon]

We recommend disposable brushes, but mineral spirits or NOVOCS can be used to clean uncured silicone from the brushes.

[@dipunbp]

@@smoothon Many Thank 💐

[@smoothon]

Thanks for watching! 😃

[@factoryblack181]

Does this type of silicone mold leave behind any oils or residue that could potentially damage the part underneath? Im making a mold of a part of a car and im just worried about damaging the paint surface underneath.

[@smoothon]

Hi there! This is a good question for our tech support team, can you send them a ticket here? www.smooth-on.com/support/ticket/add/agree/ Thanks for watching!

[@mielvasulka2233]

What if I want to make a mold and try experimenting with filling it with different materials.. or effects?

[@smoothon]

Silicone rubbers such as Rebound 25 are a good choice when you want to cast many different types of materials.

[@aquamarinefox8207]

Older video but hoping to get a response, does it have to be a silicon tint or can you use anything else? Hoping to save on money

[@smoothon]

Using a pigment designed to work with silicone rubber is important to ensure the rubber cures correctly.

[@timmoligian9801]

Can you use a hairdryer blowing hot air on the figure to dry it faster between layers.

[@grjk5044]

I wouldn't. Let it dry in in it's own time. I used a brush on 40 and it seemed a bit long between steps, but a 25min like this will be half set up while you get the next layer ready. If you're still curious start a ticket with them and as, they're very helpful and respond quickly.

[@smoothon]

Hello, Thanks for watching. No we do not suggest this. If you would like some other options you can contact us and we can help you with your project. www.smooth-on.com/support/ticket/add/agree/ Thanks for watching!

[@mayalippert2046]

Can a release agent be sprayed onto the object first before applying silicone to it?

[@smoothon]

Yes, we would recommend Ease Release 200 www.smooth-on.com/products/ease-release-200/

[@davidyang7930]

Anyone have a lead on what exactly the cloth is at 35:19 ? And leads where to buy?

[@smoothon]

Hello, He is using a cloth called Power Mesh. That cloth stretches in all directions which makes it really nice for reinforcing flexible materials as they flex in all directions as well. It can be purchased from our distributors. www.smooth-on.com/distributor-regions/usa/

[@barbaraharmer7353]

What's the purpose of the bubble in the plastic? Won't just plain plastic work without the bubbles?

[@smoothon]

Hi Barbara. The bubble helps make a registration key to let the halves of the rubber mold align properly.

[@barbaraharmer7353]

@@smoothon Thanks for the quick answer.

[@Tlaloc9]

Can I use Mold Star 30 for a brush on module?

[@smoothon]

We recommend using Rebound 25 or another material designed for brush-on moldmaking. Mold Star 30 is for pour on molds only.

[@DomDraven]

Can I get the same results with Mold Max 30 ?

[@smoothon]

Yes, you can use Mold Max 30 as a brush on rubber. Adding Thi-Vex will thicken the silicone.

[@elainedesantana1993]

can i do that on plaster model ?

[@smoothon]

Hi there! Yes you can. Our tech support team can help you with your project. Can you send them a ticket here? www.smooth-on.com/support/ticket/add/agree/ Thanks for watching!

[@mechelllewis2156]

Happy 4th

[@Oxycotv]

1:35:25 what is name of these materials? 2 cup and one cup material.

[@miloradmedunic6202]

thats Plasti Paste 2, commonly used for support shells/mother molds

[@othoapproto9603]

HS - There are no shortcuts in mold making!

[@Sean-ws9je]

Milo How Much Money You Save On Using Latex Which Is Time Consuming You Need To Think About How Much Wages Your Time Costs You In Lost Hours

[@smoothon]

Every material offers plusses and minuses. The advantage of using latex is low material cost. A disadvantage is the labor and time necessary to arrive at your finished mold. Brush on silicone or urethanes will get you a finished mold faster but are significantly more expensive.

[@Souvenirs444]

Чувак, спроси меня, я тебе объясню как добавить 3-ю руку, при растягивании молда Очень просто и дёшево. Dude, ask me, I'll explain to you how to add a 3rd hand when stretching the mold Very simple and cheap.

[@smoothon]

Three hands are better than two, right?

[@Souvenirs444]

@@smoothon - 4-ре руки лучше, чем две, купи два сильных зажима = крокодила в авто-запчастях. привяжи к ним толстую верёвку, пропусти верёвку по ступни ног, сидя на стуле. Затем положи молд меду колен, отрегулируй натяжение верёвки и затяни узлы. Крокодилом зажми одну сторону молда, после надреза зажми другим зажимом другую сторону, раздвигая колени, ты делаешь натяжение силикона, и у тебя две руки свободны, для работы с ножиком. 4 hands are better than two, buy two strong clamps = alligator clips at auto parts. tie a thick rope to them, pass the rope along the soles of your feet while sitting on a chair. Then place the mold on your knees, adjust the tension of the rope and tighten the knots. Clamp one side of the mold with a crocodile, after making the cut, clamp the other side with another clamp, spreading your knees, you stretch the silicone, and you have two hands free to work with a knife.

[@Souvenirs444]

@@smoothon - Я ответил, как сделать 4 руки, ищи у себя ответ, он не прошел.