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What are Color Shapers? 

Color Shapers are a type of sculpting tool that is used in a variety of artistic media, including clay, epoxy putties, acrylic paint, oils, and pastels. They consist of a handle with a soft, flexible tip made of silicone or rubber. The tip can be shaped and molded to create different effects, making color shapers a versatile tool for modeling, blending, and texturing. 

Clay and paint shapers can be used to apply and blend color, create textures, and smooth out surfaces. They are particularly useful for creating fine details and for working in tight spaces or on small projects. Some color shapers have interchangeable tips, allowing the artist to switch between different shapes and sizes as needed.

This type of tool is an essential tool for model makers and wargamers that will allow you to create fine details and textures on your models and figures as well as for painting and blending colors.

Types of Silicone Sculpting Tools 

There are several types of Silicone Sculpting Tools available depending on the size of their tips #0, #2, and #6 and the hardness of the material that the tips are made of, and each brings you its unique characteristics and uses. 

The hardness of the silicone tip:

  • White tips: Very soft
  • Black tips: Standard firm
  • Red Tips: Super hard silicone

Overall, these are an essential tool for model makers and wargamers, as they allow you to create fine details and textures on your models and figures. Whether you are working with hard or soft materials, there is a clay shaper that is right for your project. By choosing the right brush and using it correctly, you can create beautiful and realistic models and figures that are sure to impress.

What can you do with Silicone Tools?

There are countless uses for these modeling tools and  clay shapers thanks to their versatility:

  • Watercolors: If you want to use watercolor, use the color shaper to apply masking fluid. After it dries, you can easily peel it off instead of ruining your brush.
  • Pastels: You can use pastels to create fine lines or blend colors.
  • Oil and Acrylic paints: Use them to remove paint, whether you're undoing a mistake or signing your name. You can also experiment with using it to push and pull paint or create textures.
  • Sculpture and modeling, use it to sculpt and smooth putties and clays.
  • Cake decorators: It is used to model fondant sugar into shapes by cake decorators.

Where to buy Sculpting Brushes

Green Stuff World is an online store that offers a wide range of high-quality sculpting brushes for model making and wargaming.

These hobby tools are suitable for a wide range of materials, including epoxy putties, polymer clays, plasticine, foams, and other modeling materials. Whether you are working on large, detailed, or small-scale projects, you can find the perfect brush to suit your needs in our online shop.

In addition to their high quality and versatility, our modeling brushes are also affordable, making them an excellent value for model makers and wargamers. 

See our full range of sculpting brushes and find the perfect ones for your projects. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced model maker, we have whatever you need to create beautiful and realistic models and figures.

How to clean silicone brushes?

To prolong their useful life keep them in good condition and ensure that they work properly in future projects it is essential to clean silicone brushes. How can we effectively clean them:

  • Materials needed:
  • A bowl of warm water.
  • Mild soap or dishwashing liquid.
  • A soft cleaning brush (optional).
  • Tissues or cloth towels.

Instructions:

  1. Preparation of the soapy water: fill a container with warm water. Make sure the water is warm enough to dissolve any paint residue, but not so hot as to damage them.
  2. Mild soap: Add a few drops of mild soap or dishwashing liquid to the warm water. The soap will help loosen and remove paint and other residue.
  3. Soak: Immerse them in the soapy water solution. Let them soak for a few minutes. This will allow the paint and residue to soften.
  4. Gentle Cleaning: After soaking, use your fingers or a soft cleaning brush to gently scrub them. Be sure to work gently to avoid damaging the ends.
  5. Rinsing: Rinse under warm running water to remove soap and paint residue. Continue rinsing until the water runs clear and they are completely clean.
  6. Drying: Dry them carefully. You can use tissues or cloth towels to absorb moisture. Make sure they are completely dry before storing them to prevent water from getting trapped in the tips or inside the ferrules.

With these steps, your silicone brushes should be clean and ready for their next use. It is important to clean them after each project to maintain their quality and prolong their life. If you continue to have problems removing paint residue, you can repeat the process or use alcohol or paint stripper.