Any tips on the right amounts of Celuclay to use for a dio base? This is the first time I'm going to use the stuff and I don't really 'get' the instructions. The base is about four by six inches and I just want to cover it to a even depth.

Thanks in advance.

Measuring celluclay is really guesswork. It is better to not mix enough than to mix too much. You can always add to the mixture if you do not have enough. In time you will get the feel for how much is right.

The important thing is to put white glue into the mixture so that when the stuff driies, it does not curl up around the edges. Also, a drop or two of dish washing detergent will help the water mix with the celluclay more quickly. Oh yeah, be sure to seal your base very well with some type varnish so that the moisture of the mixture does not warp it. Hope this makes sense.

Patrick

I wouldn't worry too much about making extra. The stuff is so cheap, you can afford some wastage. A thin layer on 4X6 would probably require 1/4 to 1/3 cup of dry Celluclay. Add water with an eyedropper to the proper consistency. Try to get the mixture the consistency of thick oatmeal. Couple other hints: add some earth colored acrylic paint to the mixture. Saves on painting time. If the depth is more than a few milimeters, consider using a slab of styrofoam as a riser. The deeper your Celluclay, the longer it'll take to dry. If the Celluclay is going directly onto your base, drill a few holes in hte base to give the stuff added bite. Consider adding some textured material, sand, static grass, etc. . This is trial and error. The less water, the quicker the drying time. :-)