Compo Ref: 8326/200
Compo is a handmade restoration product, created using a traditional recipe refined by an experienced restorer and gilder. It is suitable for use on mirror and picture frames or other decorative mouldings, Compo is used for repairing or replacing missing decoration simply heat the compo and hand model or carve to match the contours of the moulding or press into a mould.

Compo comes packaged as 200gm balls (approximately 9cm in diameter) of Compo along with a full instruction leaflet on it's use.

For information on how to use Compo click here.

NOTE: Compo has a limited shelf life, if stored in a refridgerator it can last up to 3 months, if frozen in a freezer it can last up to six months.

Price:£4.75 (Excluding VAT at 17.5%)

How To Mould with Compo - Step 1

Make a clay wall around the section of the frame you would like moulded, take care to ensure there are no gaps left in the clay wall.

How to Mould with Compo - Step 2

Cut up the hot melt rubber (we recommend Gelflex) into a microwaveable dish and microwave for a few minutes, stir then repeat until the rubber is melter. Take care not to overheat the rubber otherwise air bubbles will form in the melted rubber, if this occurs keep stirring the rubber until it cools slightly to disperse the bubbles.

How to Mould with Compo - Step 3

When cool remove the clay and peel off the mould. A small mould, as in this example, does not take much time to cool, in this case requiring approximately five minutes. Make sure the mould is free of dirt and dust by washing it in warm, soapy water and leaving it to dry.

How to Mould with Compo - Step 4
Press the warmed Compo into the mould.

How to Mould with Compo - Step 5

After about a minute, peel out the compo. You can now trim it with a scalpel and use it to repair the damaged decoration.

How to Mould with Compo - Step 6

The moulded section can be adhered to the surface by heating the back, this heats the glue which is already in the compo. Put a large glazed tile over a pan of boiling water, spray water onto the tile to keep it wet. Rub the back of the compo decoration along the tile until the back starts to melt. Place the compo decoration where you need it. For long pieces you may need to use some slim nails as well. Wood glue is good for awkward pieces.

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