how we do it - assembly image

Levelling, Fettling, Assembly & Undercoat Spraying

To prepare and hone the piece further a cleaning process begins with the removal, through levelling, of the intentionally over-poured material on the underside of the sculpture which is necessary as part of the casting procedure.

Picture showing the section of a Highland Cow sculpture casting having the base sanded
Picture showing a section of a Fox sculpture casting being fettled and finished with an air drill
This is achieved by using a linisher / powerful sanding belt which will ultimately give the piece a sturdy and balanced base. The piece can then be fettled to eliminate any unwanted mould lines and undesirable casting residue using small speed adjustable grinding drills.
Picture showing a Siberian Tiger sculpture casting being fettled and finished with an air drill.
Picture showing a section of a Fox sculpture casting being fettled and finished with an air drill
Any pieces that are made in several parts are also assembled after this stage using once again our special blend of stone and resin to achieve the perfect bond and finish.
Simon our production manager assembling fox sculpture castings.
Picture of Tiger Cub castings being assembled
Once all of the manufacturing processes have been successfully completed by Simon, our Production Manager, and his team, a piece is then ready for the next stage. Each piece will now require the skilful and precise application of suitable masonry grade undercoat. All pieces are sprayed in either a matte brown or matte black hue in order to achieve both a clean and dust free finish before its next exciting stage.
Picture of a finished Fox sculpture casting being spray painted with an undercoat.
Picture of several Fox sculpture castings together on a trolley once they have been undercoated
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