Some Common Q&A about Polymer Clay Beads

As one of the new materials appears in people’s life, there must be so many problems about it! Then, in this essay, I have collected some common problems while using this for your design.

1. Did the polymer clay have Toxicity?

The polymer clay is the mixture of the materials for food package (i.e. PVC) and some Non-toxic dye, softener and some organic solvent. If only the processes are formal, the polymer clay is a kind of the safety materials that is avirulent, harmless and nonirritant. Thus, choose the regular supplier, and then you can apply them anywhere.

2. During the Baking process, will it release some poison gas?

According to the report, the normal baking temperature should be controlled between 120  to 150 . In this situation, the process will never produce any poisonous or irritating gas. But not everything can be as same to gold. As soon as the temperature over 200 , the polymer clay product like the clay beads may be burned or even melted. In case this situation cannot be found immediately, it may set on the fire and produce the Chlorine irritating smoke. Thus, the correct way of baking is really essential. Besides, during baking, some Plastic Taste will be common and will do no damage to human body. 

3. Can the oven be used for baking foods after baking polymer clay items?

The oven will leave the smell of plastic after baking polymer clay productions. In this situation, you only need to open the oven and air it for several minutes, and then you can use it for foods then. But if you have to baking the foods and polymer clay production in one oven, ensure that place one glass while baking polymer clay items. If possible, prepare a special purpose oven.

4. Can the polymer clay be made into the tableware?

The answer is no! The fundamental materials for it is mainly plastic, it cannot stand the very high heat. In addition, as its high moldability, when came across the hot food, the products will be out of shape then.

5. How to maintain the rest materials and not bake semi-finished product?

As the polymer clay contains no moisture, so just wrap up it by Aluminum foil, wax paper or plastic wrap are ok! Be care that it should be placed in the cool situation and avoid sunshine as well. For the semi-finished product, you can firstly wipe with fresh water and then rub some wax or oil for keeping sooth of it surface.   

6. What is the most ideal workplace for polymer clay?

The most suitable worktop is the wide one with a smooth and hard surface, for example the glass and marble. Furthermore, before rubbing, wash your hands and apply some skin milk or hand cream, after absorption, it will turn into a protective coating of your hand. This can avoid sticking while handcraft project.    

7Can the polymer clay be used among child?

Generally speaking, it can be fitful for all children above 3, but the ones between 3~12 should be accomplished with adults, especially when using the sharp tools and baking oven. In addition, the round beads like the cheap gemstone beads cheap gemstone beads and cheap glass beads that have a smooth surface and vivid colors should be pay other special attention between children.

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