This forms a hard exterior shell.
Waterproof paper mache pots.
If you intend the item to be near water or outside you will need to finish it with such sealants as tempera paint for children s craft items to marine varnish for an outdoor sculpture.
Another option is to use thin set mortar in your top layer of paper mache and paint with exterior house paint.
The downside is that you lose a lot of detail and it makes for a pretty grainy rough surface but it will be waterproof.
This foam can be carved easily into almost any shape.
Aug 05 2005 papier mâché is not waterproof or water resistant unless you seal it or use an additive in the mix.
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Is an incredibly simple process.
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It won t usually hurt anything but the paper mache clay will soften and it won t offer any support.
For transplanting plants directly into the garden.
The basic concept was to use a variety of easily available products and use them together to create waterproof outdoor sculptures.
It s a great method for outdoor statues or anything you want to look like concrete.
In this instructable i will show you how to make a biodegradable paper mache pot.
Then apply at least two layers of the mortar paper mache mix directly to the foam.
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