ambassadeur23435 Posted January 13, 2013 Posted January 13, 2013 I have been having this problem recently with my molds after they cure they come out fine but they seem almost wet so i would store them in a ziploc container wrapped in a paper towel. I had left a mold in the sealed container for about 2 weeks and I got it out last night and it had molded. I was wondering what you all recommended for storing the molds or keeping them from becoming molded. Quote
Super User Jig Man Posted January 13, 2013 Super User Posted January 13, 2013 Go over to www.tackleunderground.com Do a search on POP molds. You will find a wealth of info. 1 Quote
slammerhead Posted January 14, 2013 Posted January 14, 2013 when your molds cure within the recommended dry time! use a small paint brush and paint on mod podge which can be found at wal-mart... all it is ,is a puzzle saver ! it looks like elmers glue! don' coat it too heavily! or store them in some type of cedar chest !you also can use a hair dryer to help the curing process it makes sure all moister is gone before storing them! 1 Quote
keith71 Posted January 14, 2013 Posted January 14, 2013 If there not fully cured I wouldnt put them in a sealed container.You can slow bake them after you pull them .Even after that I let them air cure for a day before I pour in them. I always seal them with wood glue and water. 1 Quote
ambassadeur23435 Posted January 14, 2013 Author Posted January 14, 2013 Thanks. Kind of a rookie mistake Quote
keith71 Posted January 14, 2013 Posted January 14, 2013 No prob we all been there.Where you at in Hampton roads,thats my old home town? Quote
EdH Posted January 14, 2013 Posted January 14, 2013 One of the most important tools to use in building or pouring baits is patience. I'm slow at learning this but it seems every time I get in a hurry or can't wait for the appropriate amount of time, a problem or fail shows up. Also ditto what Jig Man says. Tons of info, tips and approaches to POP molds. Find one that suits what YOU want to do and take your time figuring out what works for you. Quote
ambassadeur23435 Posted January 14, 2013 Author Posted January 14, 2013 In Suffolk Kieth. Thanks Ed. Quote
Clayfish Posted January 15, 2013 Posted January 15, 2013 Plaster of Paris molds must set for about a day only to cure. Once cured you must paint the bait area with Apoxy, let that cure for one day and your ready to pour your plastic in them. If you do not use Apoxy in the bait formed area when you pour the plastic in the mold they come out with a dull finish, if you Apoxy it they come out glossy just like you buy in the store. I have 17 molds I have made myself by following instructions on youtube. I store them in my garage uncovered and I have no problem with mold or mildew getting on them. Quote
keith71 Posted January 15, 2013 Posted January 15, 2013 I used to fish Prince and Cahoon all the time,how is the fishing these days? Quote
ambassadeur23435 Posted January 15, 2013 Author Posted January 15, 2013 I don't really fish them much I fish local ponds i don't have a boat so i dont fish the big lakes that much the last time i tried to fish cahoon my dad i went and we rented a boat and got about ten feet out and it had the plug in but it sank haha 1 Quote
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