• Call Us
  • Visit Us
  • About Us
    • AU
    • NZ
custom-icon Menu
Barnes Barnes
custom-icon Login / Register

Sign inCreate an Account

Lost your password?
custom-icon 0 items / $0.00
Barnes Barnes
  • Moulding
    • Silicone Rubber
      • Addition Cure Silicone
      • Additives & Pigments
      • Condensation Cured Silicone
      • Silicone Adhesives
    • Polyurethane Resins
    • Latex Supplies
    • Plasters & Gypsums
    • Alginate
    • Forton MG
    • Ready To Use Moulds
      • Silicone Homewares
      • Silicone Bangle
      • Silicone Moulds
      • Silicone Ring
    • Fibreglass Materials
    • Release Agents
    • Mix, Measure & Safety
  • Casting
    • Epoxy Resin
    • UV Resin
    • Stone Coat
    • Polyurethane Resin
      • Flexible
      • Foam
      • Rigid
      • Water Clear
    • Resin Pigments
      • Opaque Pigments
      • Powder Pigments
      • Translucent Dyes And Inks
    • Plaster & Gypsum
    • Forton MG
    • Wax Products
    • Monster Makers Foam Latex
    • Low Melt Alloys
    • Fillers
    • Release Agents
    • Chemicals
    • Mix, Measure & Safety
    • Art Boards & Resin Markers
    • Fibreglass Materials
  • Sculpting
    • Clay
      • Air Dry
      • Epoxy Clay
      • Oil Based Clay
      • Polymer Clay
    • Sculpting Supplies
    • Tools
      • Accessories
      • Sculpey Tools
      • Tools
    • Wax
    • Hot Wire Foam Factory Tools
      • Accessories
      • Foam Coats & Glue
      • Foam Cutting Tools
  • Finishing & Specialty
    • Adhesives
    • Metal Paints
    • Patinas
    • Sealants & Cleaner
    • Polishing
    • SPFX
  • Learn
    • Getting Started
    • FAQs
    • Product guide and Technical documents
    • Videos
    • Applications & Tutorials
custom-icon Login / Register

Sign inCreate an Account

Lost your password?
custom-icon 0 items / $0.00
  • Mould
  • Cast
  • Sculpt
  • Finish
Click to enlarge
HomeSculptingClayPolymer Clay Super Sculpey Softener
Previous product
Super Sculpey Medium Grey $33.00 (inc. gst)
Back to products
Next product
WED Clay EM217 $55.00 (inc. gst)

Super Sculpey Softener

SKU: MC-SSOFT

$13.20 (inc. gst)

Add to wishlist
Wishlist
Share

Click-and-collect availability

Moorebank NSW
Brisbane QLD
Carlton VIC
SKU: MC-SSOFT Categories: Sculpting, Clay, Polymer Clay
  • Description
  • Technical Documents
Description

Sculpey® Liquid Clay Thinner & Softener can be used to restore asoften ageing polymer clay and thinning Liquid Sculpey®. Just a few drops will make all the difference.

Before using Sculpey® Clay Softener & Thinner, you first need to know why your clay is hard. Does your clay feel hard and coarse like a rock? This could be a result of old age and over-exposure to air. Old clay that has lost some of its plasticizers may need more work to come back to life. Or is it just a bit firm because it’s cold? Cold temperatures cause clay to become firm but working it out with your hands can add enough heat to loosen it up.

So, how can you tell the difference between old and firm polymer clay? Use the squish test. Pick up a piece of clay and squeeze it. Fresh polymer clay will always be malleable — even cold clay. If the polymer clay block does not give way, then it’s either partially cured, old or has been exposed to too much heat. After trying the squish test and determining that your clay is indeed old or has not been stored correctly, it is time to soften the clay with Sculpey® Clay Softener & Thinner. Warm up the clay by hitting it with a mallet or other heavy object. This will get any plasticizers left in the old clay working. Then, add the Clay Softener & Thinner one drop at a time. If you tried adding Sculpey® Clay Softener & Thinner to your old clay, but the clay is not absorbing the diluent, your clay has most likely become partially cured. This means that the clay has been exposed to too high a temperature and may not be salvageable.

Using Liquid Clay Softener & Thinner with Liquid Sculpey®
Scupey® liquid polymer clay is an amazing tool that crafters can use to mold into jewelry, seal cracked clay or drizzle onto a project for unique effects. Most Liquid Sculpey® applications work best when the material runs smoothly, so use Sculpey® Clay Softener & Thinner to achieve the right consistency for your project.

Benefits
Improves the texture of dry, crumbly clay, creating the perfect consistency. Add a few drops of this polymer clay softener into firm clay and thoroughly knead into the clay to make it soft and supple.
Works great to thin out Liquid Sculpey® if it gets too thick. Simply add a few drops and gently stir.
Twist cap for precise flow control.

Product Instructions
As polymer clay ages, it can sometimes dry out or harden. Sculpey® offers high-quality Clay Softener & Thinner in 1-ounce bottles to soften your clay so that you can make all your favorite pieces stress-free. You can also use this clay softener to thin Liquid Sculpey®.
Adding polymer clay softener one drop at a time and working it in often resuscitates previously unworkable clay. It’s essential to add the softener slowly, as adding too much at once can leave you with mushy clay.
Carefully add the polymer clay softener until the clay is the desired consistency. If you accidentally use too much clay softener, try leaching some out of your creation by using heavy books to press your clay between sheets of paper.

Just like with polymer clay or Liquid Sculpey®, avoid getting Sculpey® Clay Softener & Thinner on surfaces as it can damage them. Always protect your work surface when creating with clay!

Technical Documents
  • SCULPEY SOFTENER SDS

Related products

Sold out
Close

BM Tool Set

$137.50 (inc. gst)
Set of the nine BM Stainless Steel Modelling Tools in an expanding plastic Tiranti Tool Box.
Quick view
Sold out
Close

Deluxe Full ED Head Armature

$242.00 (inc. gst)
Introducing Ed Head 2.0, the world’s first water fillable sculpting busts from The Monster Makers. Completely reengineered and reimagined, Ed
Quick view
Sold out
Close

Scroll Table Blades (8/pk)

$44.00 (inc. gst)
Eight (8) precision 10.5-Inch wires for the Original Scroll Table, 16″ 3D Scroll Table and 24″ 3D Scroll Table.For use
Quick view
Close

Ball Stylus

$17.60 (inc. gst)
Use for dots and smooth lines in clay. Also can be used for embossing on soft metal and paper.
Quick view
Close

Hot Wire Foam Factory Brush On Foam Fusion Glue

$22.00 – $35.20 (inc. gst)
HW-FUSION
Quick view
Close

Super Sculpey Firm Grey

$33.00 (inc. gst)
Super Sculpey® Firm is the answer to many sculptors’ desire for a clay they can carve, tool and detail with
Add to cart
Quick view
Sold out
Close

Set of 7 Plastic Tools

$13.20 (inc. gst)
This set of 7 plastic tools by Tiranti are a great introductory tool set for sculptors just starting out, or
Quick view
Sold out
Close

Tool Stainless Wire 508

$16.50 (inc. gst)
This Tiranti Stainless Steel wire tool helps define the most delicate textures as well as cutting away clay from the
Quick view
Social
Call Us
Call Us
Visit Us
Visit Us
Email Us
Email Us
Categories
  • Uncategorized
  • Moulding
  • Casting
  • Sculpting
  • Finishing & Specialty
Information
  • Delivery
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Refunds & Exchanges
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
© Copyright Barnes Products Pty Ltd Barnes Trust.
MYOB EXO integrated solution by MyIntegrator

Call Us

  • Head Office, NSW
    1300 731 497
  • Brisbane, QLD
    07 3304 6010
  • Carlton North, VIC
    03 8374 6650
  • Henderson, NZ
    +64 09 973 1816
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
Cookie SettingsAccept All
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
CookieDurationDescription
cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
cookielawinfo-checkbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
Functional
Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
Performance
Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
Analytics
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
Advertisement
Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
Others
Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
SAVE & ACCEPT
  • Moulding
    • Silicone Rubber
      • Addition Cure Silicone
      • Additives & Pigments
      • Condensation Cured Silicone
      • Silicone Adhesives
    • Polyurethane Resins
    • Latex Supplies
    • Plasters & Gypsums
    • Alginate
    • Forton MG
    • Ready To Use Moulds
      • Silicone Homewares
      • Silicone Bangle
      • Silicone Moulds
      • Silicone Ring
    • Fibreglass Materials
    • Release Agents
    • Mix, Measure & Safety
  • Casting
    • Epoxy Resin
    • UV Resin
    • Stone Coat
    • Polyurethane Resin
      • Flexible
      • Foam
      • Rigid
      • Water Clear
    • Resin Pigments
      • Opaque Pigments
      • Powder Pigments
      • Translucent Dyes And Inks
    • Plaster & Gypsum
    • Forton MG
    • Wax Products
    • Monster Makers Foam Latex
    • Low Melt Alloys
    • Fillers
    • Release Agents
    • Chemicals
    • Mix, Measure & Safety
    • Art Boards & Resin Markers
    • Fibreglass Materials
  • Sculpting
    • Clay
      • Air Dry
      • Epoxy Clay
      • Oil Based Clay
      • Polymer Clay
    • Sculpting Supplies
    • Tools
      • Accessories
      • Sculpey Tools
      • Tools
    • Wax
    • Hot Wire Foam Factory Tools
      • Accessories
      • Foam Coats & Glue
      • Foam Cutting Tools
  • Finishing & Specialty
    • Adhesives
    • Metal Paints
    • Patinas
    • Sealants & Cleaner
    • Polishing
    • SPFX
  • Learn
    • Getting Started
    • FAQs
    • Product guide and Technical documents
    • Videos
    • Applications & Tutorials
  • Login / Register
Scroll To Top

Super Sculpey Softener

$13.20 (inc. gst)
Add to wishlist