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14 October 2024

Artistic casts in your home - how to use polymer plaster to create ornaments?

Polymer gypsum is a material with exceptional properties that is successfully used in various fields of art and decoration. Its plasticity, strength and ease of moulding make it an ideal choice for creating original artistic casts that can enrich the décor of any interior. If you dream of unique decorations for your home that will impress with their precision and detail, polymer plaster can be your best ally. Here are some inspirations and tips on how to use it to create striking decorations.

Polymer plaster figures and sculptures

Polymer plaster is perfect for creating small figurines and sculptures that can decorate shelves, dressers or desks. Thanks to the precise moulds, you will easily achieve a perfect reproduction of the shapes, allowing you to create both simple, minimalist sculptures and more complex, artistic forms.

How to do it?

  • Find or create a casting mould (can be ready-made or silicone).
  • Fill the gypsum mould with polymer compound, trying to accurately represent the details.
  • Allow to dry for a few hours and then gently remove the casting.
  • Decorate the sculpture with acrylic paints to add character.

Polymer plaster wall decorations

If you are looking for a way to spruce up your walls at home, artistic casts can be an interesting solution. With polymer plaster, you can create original decorations such as bas-reliefs, geometric forms or artistic motifs that will fit perfectly into modern interiors.

How to do it?

  • Prepare the decoration design on paper and then transfer it to the mould for casting.
  • Fill the plaster mould with polymer paste, carefully reproducing the shapes and details.
  • Once dry, you can paint the decoration and hang it on the wall.

Polymer plaster pots and vases

Polymer gypsum is also an excellent material for creating decorative pots and vases. Thanks to its malleability, you can create unique forms that stand out against classic ceramic vessels. Vases made from polymer plaster are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also lightweight and durable.

How to do it?

  • Choose a form that suits the shape of the pot or vase.
  • Fill the gypsum mould with the polymer compound and wait until the material has completely hardened.
  • Once dry, paint the pot with paint, adding patterns, or leave it in its natural plaster colour for a minimalist effect.

Polymer plaster table decorations

Artistic casts made from polymer plaster can become perfect table decorations, whether for celebrations or everyday use. You can create elegant candle holders, jewellery dishes or even decorative pieces to add a special touch to any gathering.

How to do it?

  • Create moulds for coasters or other decorative items.
  • Fill the moulds with gypsum polymer compound and wait for the casts to dry.
  • Decorate them to your liking by adding paint, glitter or other decorative elements.

Advantages of polymer gypsum in artistic casts

Robust and lightweight - Polymer gypsum, compared to traditional gypsum, is much more durable but lightweight, making it easier to create large ornaments and decorations.

Precise reproduction of details - The plasticity of A-STONE polymer gypsum with thixotrope means that very detailed renderings can be achieved, which is crucial when creating intricate patterns or ornaments (other polymer gypsums are liquid).

Easy to process - Polymer gypsum is a material that can be easily moulded and, once dry, painted, carved or covered with other decorative materials such as gilding or glitter.

Creation of artistic casts from polymeric gypsum is the way to introduce original decorations into your home. The possibilities of this material are almost endless - from figurines and frames to wall decorations and pots. Its durability, lightness and ease of processing mean that even those without much DIY experience can achieve spectacular results. All it takes is a bit of creativity and a willingness to take action, and in no time at all, you can create your own works of art that will become decorations for any interior.

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Author: Ecupstone
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