nu2CAD Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 I fired a small bust sculpted with Laguna dark brown clay. A piece broke off and I used Amaco Bisque Fix and applied what I was told was sufficient amount. The bust was re-fired but the piece that was glued broke off again. I will use an epoxy to repair but I have 3 questions: 1.should I remove the bisque fix prior to using epoxy? 2. what would I use to remove the Fix? 3. what epoxy would be best to use? Appreciate any/all feedback-thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeU Posted August 4, 2016 Report Share Posted August 4, 2016 I am not well versed in this, but I have successfully used Super Glue, E6000, Gorilla Glue, and plain old Elmer's to adhere various fired bodies to each other. The context dictates what is best for the job, if I feel I can justify using an adhesive at all. . Be aware of the color (E6000 black is good for basaltic clay), whether it is OK if it foams (Gorilla), and the size/thickness of the pieces - I only use super glue or Elmer's for the tiniest mends that I know will never see water or much handling, and usually only on a piece I want to keep for my own reference. I have used a Dremel tool post-firing to remove "spooze" that I put on too thickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark C. Posted August 4, 2016 Report Share Posted August 4, 2016 Bisque fix is white when fired and you will have to sand or grind it or stain it to make it not show on dark clay bodies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nu2CAD Posted August 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 9, 2016 Thanks for the feedback. I'll take some photos that will better show what I am trying to do, or explain....'a pictures worth a thousand words' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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