On 2/27/06, Boaz MyTurnASpace <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
I should also add, yes it says "alginate". Doc you got it dead on!
On 2/27/06, Dr. Core <[EMAIL PROTECTED] > wrote:Boaz MyTurnASpace wrote:
> But now Elsa really enjoys the outcome and want to cast his hands. I have
> tons of plaster of paris at home but I can't id the molding material. Could
> you guys help? it's flaky/powdery and mixed only with cold water. the mold
> ended up with a elasticity and consistency of, for those who knows, grass
> jelly. Or those English Jelly candy. I'd love to know what it is so I can
> buy it. I can't find another of the casting kit as it's sold out.
>
> If you can think of good suggestion on other molding material you're welcome
> to bring it up too; but I worries about common casting material we use for
> modelling onto baby's skin, so I'm seeking thing other than those.
In the lab we have alginate, the product name is "Densply caulk", the
trade name is Jeltrate. It's used by dentist to make impression of
the mouth cavity. Since it can go inside the mouth, it may (or may
not!) be safe for baby skin. Hmm the MSDS says it contains silica,
which is at best "mostly harmless". Perhaps you can find pure
alginate to try.
Oh... haha, try to google "alginate baby hand casting"
I use your keyboard and actually find the company that made the casting kit, and is selling refill kit for the baby casting kit:
http://www.castingkits.com/Alginate_Replacement_Powder.php
I'll just get a bag, actually maybe a couple as I can just cast something else (Toby is a baby boy 8-) just kidding ).
I should also add, yes it says "alginate". Doc you got it dead on!
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Boaz
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