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Post by atsda on Feb 18, 2024 1:31:32 GMT
During the process of building a doll house for my granddaughter, I went to the local Hobby Lobby (which I had not been to before), to ask about an adhesive that I could use to glue felt to wood (I wanted to simulate carpet). An associate recommended Mod Podge – an all-in one glue, sealant, and varnish. Maybe you know of it or have used it. If not, I wanted to report that it is an invaluable product for modeling purposes. There wasn’t any combination of materials that it could not bind – wood, plastic, paper, felt, fabric, plexiglass, wallpaper, Laytex/ acrylic paint. (I did not use foam.) It gave a sturdy bond. (I did not use it as a varnish; however, I believe that it can provide a clear or matte finish.) I am very impressed with it. Perhaps there is an application of yours where it might be useful. Alfred
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Post by ron045 on Feb 18, 2024 13:42:53 GMT
I agree, Mod Podge is useful for many things. Here is an unfinished scene I need to get back to. It's a river made from Mod Podge. This is 10 coats painted with a brush. It leaves a gentle wavy effect that looks like moving water.  |
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Post by Adam on Feb 18, 2024 15:10:36 GMT
Very useful product. I have some and use it for many things.
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Post by healey36 on Feb 18, 2024 16:45:13 GMT
I agree, the stuff is very handy. One common use for it is découpage, which was very popular years back. I use it when I make the glitter houses (paint it with Mod Podge, than sprinkle glitter all over it). Works well, dries quickly, and, depending on your choice, is a clear matte finish.
It didn't occur to me to use it for water, Ron; that's a handy application.
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Post by Country Joe on Feb 18, 2024 18:52:03 GMT
I’ve used Mod Podge gloss for years to create water scenes. This is from my previous layout.   |
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Post by steveoncattailcreek on Feb 18, 2024 19:13:39 GMT
I’ve used Mod Podge gloss for years to create water scenes. This is from my previous layout. Just curious: can you use Mod Podge directly over plexiglass? I did a pond scene several years ago, and have never been totally satisfied with the glass-smooth surface: 
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Post by ron045 on Feb 18, 2024 19:31:20 GMT
I’ve used Mod Podge gloss for years to create water scenes. This is from my previous layout. Just curious: can you use Mod Podge directly over plexiglass? I did a pond scene several years ago, and have never been totally satisfied with the glass-smooth surface: I would not see why you couldn't. The modge podge is clear. So you are really putting it over paint. Use a paint that can be used with plexiglass.
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Post by Country Joe on Feb 18, 2024 21:43:24 GMT
Just curious: can you use Mod Podge directly over plexiglass? I did a pond scene several years ago, and have never been totally satisfied with the glass-smooth surface: I would not see why you couldn't. The modge podge is clear. So you are really putting it over paint. Use a paint that can be used with plexiglass. I’ve never tried using it on plexiglass but I can’t think of any reason why it wouldn’t work.
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Post by atsda on Feb 19, 2024 14:46:02 GMT
Great idea for using it for water scenes. Alfred
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Post by atsda on Feb 19, 2024 14:47:46 GMT
Dare I say that Mod Podge is better thant duct tape? Alfred
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Post by atsda on Feb 19, 2024 15:03:16 GMT
19 hours ago ron045 said:
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19 hours ago steveoncattailcreek said:
Just curious: can you use Mod Podge directly over plexiglass? I did a pond scene several years ago, and have never been totally satisfied with the glass-smooth surface:
I would not see why you couldn't. The modge podge is clear. So you are really putting it over paint. Use a paint that can be used with plexiglass.
If you use it directly over a blue paint, you may get the water effect you want. The other idea is to apply it directly to plexiglass. (with it left unpainted, or painted/ papered on the reverse side.) When I used it to mount window frames on wallpapered plexiglass (I cut the wallpaper away beforehand to expose the plexiglass to make the window.) Some of the Mod Podge accidently got on the plexiglass and stuck very well - I had a time getting it off with a razor. Alfred
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