Clay Mender is used to stick wet or dry pieces of greenware together. It is more than just liquid clay. It has chemicals in it that makes it a stronger bond than the existing clay that it mends. It can be used on bisque to join two pieces together, but is primarily for greenware use.

INSTRUCTIONS
To repair greenware or bisque. Apply heavy coat of Clay Mender on broken edges. Immediately press firmly together. Fore to shelf cone 04. Do not spray.

Product Features, Attributes and Application Recommendations:

• If the attachment is a handle or arm like piece, then scoring or marking the area with a Wire Scratch Tool will allow better adhesion of the appendage.
• Apply one light coat of AC-306 to both pieces.
• Apply a generous coat of AC-306 and immediately and firmly press the pieces together, holding them into place for 10-20 seconds until they become affixed.
• Let the area dry. After drying, the areas can then be sanded and smoothed to prepare for decoration.
• A top dressing of an underglaze may be needed. Clay Mender sometimes will show a slightly different color than the clay being used. There are times when the glaze will not readily adhere to the mended area and the top dressing of an underglaze will overcome this problem.
• If there is an area that did not fill in completely with Clay Mender, an additional application may be necessary. If the area is large and cannot be filled in solely with the product, then the addition of some clay dust to the product can thicken it to compensate for the gap in the ware.
• Larger areas or missing areas can be filled in using the Clay Mender thickened with clay dust. Fill in the area slowly and let it dry. Repeat until the area is filled and level with the surrounding areas. A piece of paper towel can be used to support the back of the missing area while you work. The piece of toweling is cut slightly larger than the missing piece, wet with the Clay Mender and applied to the inside area. Allow to dry and then fill in the area.
• Hairline cracks can be difficult to repair. It helps to widen the crack and then fill this area with the Clay Mender, thus bonding the gap.