Hobby Tips: Epoxy Putty alternatives to Green Stuff
Green Stuff is a mainstay of miniature converting; used both for filling gaps between components and for sculpting details or even whole models by a dedicated few, it’s usually the go-to substance for hobbyists. For various reasons, though, you may wonder what alternatives are out there on the market, whether it be because of the consistency of the stuff or the high price tag it sometimes carries.
The first piece of advice your humble writer always tries to give on this subject is that Green Stuff isn’t actually its real name, but rather a name used principally by Games Workshop. Its original title is Kneadatite, and you can find plenty of other suppliers who’ll sell the stuff in rolls for a decent price.
Kneadatite
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Like all materials, Kneadatite has its own properties that users will have to get to grips with, and it’ll work better for some people than others. Personally speaking, I’ve always found it too rubbery for my tastes, and have often had trouble when I simply wanted to use it for gap-filling. It’s also quite sticky when mixed, so you have to use some sort of lubricant when working it.
Kneadatite is comprised of a material generally referred to as ‘epoxy putty’, though if you want to find an alternative to it by putting this into a search engine you’re very quickly going to get overwhelmed by the information out there. Two of the most commonly used alternatives that are both relatively cheap and very effective, however, are Milliput and Magic Sculpt.
Milliput
Milliput is a brand name for a range of epoxy putties. They come in a number of different grades that differ according the fineness of the mix. The standard mix is yellow/grey and is relatively cheap. The one above that is white, and the most fine (and expensive) is superfine white. Yellow/grey is your workhorse putty, whilst superfine white is generally the sort of thing you’d use for small details. Compared to Kneadatite it has a longer work time, though unlike it Milliput dries hard and doesn’t flex that much when cured.
Magic Sculpt
My personal favourite, however, is Magic Sculpt. It’s a flat grey resin that, like the others, comes in two parts and needs to be mixed together to cure. Magic Sculpt is more water soluble than Kneadatite, especially when freshly mixed, and using too much water when trying to sculpt something may cause it to dissolve slightly. However, I’ve found it far easier to work with than Kneadatite. If you have a clay shaper tool, I’ve found it’s a perfect material for gap filling, as its malleable enough to shape into small cracks. Like Milliput, Magic Sculpt dries hard – rock solid, in fact.
FAQs
Two of the most commonly used alternatives that are both relatively cheap and very effective, however, are Milliput and Magic Sculpt. Milliput is a brand name for a range of epoxy putties. They come in a number of different grades that differ according the fineness of the mix.
What is an alternative to green stuff putty? ›
Milliput is a chalky putty which can be drilled and sanded when dry, most importantly you can mix it with GW to make a putty that's easy to work with and also can be drilled and sanded, this is good for things like armour panels. My own favourite (not that I do a lot of sculpting) is Magic Sculp.
Is Milliput like green stuff? ›
Milliput vs Green Stuff
Both are two popular epoxy putties widely used in modeling and miniature work, each offering distinct advantages. Milliput is a two-part epoxy putty belonging to the family of clayey putties that react and soften with water and are more brittle when dry.
Is green stuff or Milliput better for gap filling? ›
Milliput Standard is perfect for larger >1 mm gaps where runny putties would be hard to use. Green Stuff and Tamiya Putty are also ok but require stronger liquids for dilution like lacquer or alcohol. You can dilute Milliput with just water.
What is the best alternative to putty? ›
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Two of the most commonly used alternatives that are both relatively cheap and very effective, however, are Milliput and Magic Sculpt.
Is Green Stuff mold or mildew? ›
Green mold is an umbrella term that refers to different species of fungi that grow in shades of green. It appears soft and fuzzy or powdery and can have different hues of green. You may have seen green mold on fruits, bread, and many other foods. However, green mold can also grow in wet areas of a home.
Is Milliput the same as epoxy putty? ›
Milliput can be used to repair or fill wood as well as ceramics, glass, masonry, plastics and metals. It is an epoxy putty, supplied as two compounds you mix together. You shape it as a putty and wait until it sets rock hard.
What are the warnings for Milliput? ›
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention immediately. Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Persons with known sensitivity to epoxy compounds should not be allowed to work with the product. If skin irritation occurs seek medical advice.
What is the best epoxy for gap filling? ›
Colloidal silica products (e.g., West System 406 and TotalBoat Silica Thickener) blended with mixed epoxy will create the strongest non-sagging structural gap filling adhesive.
Speed of hardening is dependant on temperature and at normal temperatures (20-25ºC) Milliput becomes rock hard in three to four hours. By the application of heat the setting time can be reduced to a few minutes.
Can you mix Milliput and green stuff? ›
But when Alan, Michael and Kevin were making hard-edged models, they would add some Milliput to the Green Stuff. The two modelling putties mixed together formed a stiffer version of Green Stuff, creating a putty for carving detailed miniatures but with less of the flexibility of pure Green Stuff.
What is the Green Stuff World controversy? ›
Green Stuff World (GSW), maker of paint, modelling supplies, and high-end modelling tools, got in hot water this week after using a professional mini painter's brushwork to advertise a product without getting his consent. Painter Patrik Hallberg called out the company on his Instagram on December 20.
How long does green stuff take to harden? ›
The working time of Green Stuff
Generally, a 50-50 mix gives a working time of between 90 minutes and 2 hours. Curing time is 4 to 5 hours and it will reach maximum hardness 20 to 24 hours after mixing.
How to make green stuff less sticky? ›
Using more hardener is a way to reduce the stickiness of Green Stuff. We often recommend that model makers who struggle with the putty try using more blue than yellow to see if that helps them get on with the material better – another example of the benefit of the Stick over the Reel.
What is a good substitute for wall putty? ›
If you do not want to deal with the primer, you can use white cement. Through its structure, it provides you coarse finish compared with the wall putty. If you want to present quality work by spending much more time, white cement might be a better choice for you.
What is a substitute for Silly Putty? ›
Instructions. Mix 1 part liquid starch to 2 parts glue. Whatever amount of liquid starch you use, double that amount for the glue. We used 1/4 cup of starch and 1/2 cup of glue, which made 2 large balls of silly putty.
What is putty in DIY? ›
Fillers and putty are DIY products which are used to remove unevenness from surfaces. The fillers are generally used to fill gaps and holes in walls and wood (often decayed wood). Putty is used to smooth relatively small uneven surfaces caused by screw holes, scratches or coarse materials.
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