Gold Clay - 3 grams Art Clay Silver
This gold clay is malleable and easy to roll out and shape into jewelry. It works similarly to silver clay, but gold clay must be fired at a minimum temperature of 990°C for 60 minutes.
Combining with Silver Clay
Gold clay cannot be fired together with silver clay, as the high temperature would cause the silver to melt. If you want to combine gold with silver clay, you must first fire the gold separately. Then, you can place the fired gold clay into the silver clay (ensuring that the silver clay holds the gold in place), similar to setting a zirconia. Due to shrinkage during firing, the silver clay will securely hold the gold. Note: Gold does not directly bond to silver.
Composition
This gold clay consists of 22-karat gold powder (91% gold and 8.3% silver), combined with a binder and water. The binder is made from harmless fibers. During drying, the water evaporates, and during firing, the binder burns away.
Workability & Drying
Gold clay dries relatively quickly. Ensure the shaped piece is completely dry before firing. Drying can be done:
- Air drying: At least 24 hours
- With a hairdryer: 20 minutes
- In a household oven: 10 minutes at 100°C
Insufficiently dried gold clay may crack during firing.
Usage
Use a ceramic kiln. The minimum firing temperature for gold clay is 990°C for 60 minutes.
Finishing & Polishing
After firing, the jewelry piece will have a matte finish. To achieve a shine, brush it with a polishing brush and further refine it with sanding pads or an agate burnisher.
Storage & Shelf Life
Store unused gold clay in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap with a damp cloth inside a cream jar to prevent drying out.
Safety Warnings
Ensure adequate ventilation while firing.
Keep out of reach of children.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and mouth.
If the product comes into contact with your eyes or mouth, rinse immediately with plenty of water and consult a doctor.
In case of skin irritation or itching, wash the affected area thoroughly and seek medical advice immediately.
Contents
3 grams of gold clay
