How to Use Rubber in Architectural Mould Making

Rubber is becoming increasingly popular as technology advances, and architects and designers push the boundaries of what is possible, making it an increasingly effective material for mould-making for architectural precast.

The purpose of this guide is to explain four ways rubber can be used in mould-making to create stunning results.

Using Rubber as a Basic Mould Material

Rubber moulds are most commonly used for architectural precast products but can also produce plastics, wood, concrete, and metal.

It is highly durable and produces intricate designs, making it a perfect choice for architectural precast products. Rubber is also used for medical applications such as dental impressions and medical device manufacturing.

Using Rubber as a Liner Material For Large Casts

Rubber is also used as a liner material in mould-making almost daily, especially for large building panels.

The rubber creates a negative impression of an intricate design, which will then be filled with concrete or another material to make the final product. This method can produce stunning results that would be difficult or impossible to achieve with other materials.

The wet rubber is poured over what is called a ‘tool’ or ‘pattern’, this ‘pattern’ is a replica of the original design. Next, the rubber liner cures overnight in a temperature-controlled room.

After the rubber has been set, it can be removed from the form and allowed to cool completely before the rubber can be released. Once it has cured, the rubber can then be used for casting.

Using Rubber as a Forming Material

Rubber can also be used as a forming material for more intricate designs.

Similarly to rubber liners, the rubber creates a negative impression of the intricate design. This technique can create highly complex shapes that would be difficult or impossible to produce using traditional methods.

For example, moulds can be made using flexible latex in combination with supporting formwork. These moulds are filled with concrete to create beautiful columns and other design elements. This method can be more expensive than using other mould materials, but it’s ideal if the end product requires a specific shape that is difficult to achieve.

Conclusion

In recent years, rubber has become an increasingly popular material for the production of moulds for architectural precast as technology advances, and architects and designers continue to push the boundaries of what is possible.

Rubber moulds are generally used for architectural precast products, medical applications, and dental impressions.

Moulds can be made using rubber as a liner material to create intricate designs that can then be filled with concrete or another material to create the final product. Rubber can be used to form any concrete design, such as columns.

Thanks for reading our guide on how to use rubber in architectural mould-making! We hope you find it informative and helpful. Rubber is a versatile material used in various ways to create stunning results.

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