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Waterproof paper mache pots.
This forms a hard exterior shell.
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.
Paper mache a k a papier mâché.
It won t usually hurt anything but the paper mache clay will soften and it won t offer any support.
In this instructable i will show you how to make a biodegradable paper mache pot.
Aug 05 2005 papier mâché is not waterproof or water resistant unless you seal it or use an additive in the mix.
Another option is to use thin set mortar in your top layer of paper mache and paint with exterior house paint.
Concrete is porous so water will seep inside eventually.
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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.
It s a great method for outdoor statues or anything you want to look like concrete.
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Is an incredibly simple process.
The basic concept was to use a variety of easily available products and use them together to create waterproof outdoor sculptures.
Someone recently mentioned that dan reeder makes outside sculptures with paper mache and waterproofs them with torn sheets dipped in outdoor glue.