{"id":25134,"date":"2023-12-13T13:55:06","date_gmt":"2023-12-13T13:55:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cooksongold.com\/blog\/learn\/auto-draft\/"},"modified":"2023-12-14T12:02:01","modified_gmt":"2023-12-14T12:02:01","slug":"project-x-faqs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cooksongold.com\/blog\/learn\/project-x-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"Project X FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting started with Project X? Here is a selection of FAQs to provide you with all the information you need. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Project X silver clay delivers a user-friendly experience showcasing excellent results to its customers. This silver clay focuses on its versatility, construction capabilities and higher sintering levels, making it a great choice for jewellers aiming to craft intricate and durable designs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Why is my clay dry or hard when I first open the pack?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While your clay may appear dry at first glance, it&#8217;s simply a part of its design. The unique &#8216;dryness&#8217; of the clay upon opening the package is a result of the vacuum packing process, which compacts the clay. This innovative process is effortless, either roll the clay or knead it with your fingers before proceeding with your creation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>The clay isn\u2019t hard because it has dried but because it has been compacted when vacuum packed.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cooksongold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_2438.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25135\" style=\"width:355px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do I need to use water to activate the clay?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Project X metal clay is crafted to transform into a perfectly smooth and workable substance without the need for water. It is a fundamental principle to knead your clay to awaken elasticity of the binder without adding water to fresh clay, which can lead to unwanted stickiness.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cooksongold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_2134.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25137\" style=\"width:355px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How can I fire this clay?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can use either a torch or kiln to fire the clay. Please refer to the information table for times and temperatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High temperature &#8211; 900\u00b0C for 30 minutes for the highest hardness and maximum durability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Low temperature &#8211; 600\u00b0C for forty-five minutes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Torch firing at high temperature for two minutes or longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For best results, use a kiln with proper ventilation, ceramic tiles or soldering pads. Project X .999 Fine Silver Clay has a 22% shrinkage reducing the risk of cracking or distortion of the final piece.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cooksongold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_2200.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25138\" style=\"width:355px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What is the melting temperature of the clay?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please refer to the information table for the melting temperature of each clay.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cooksongold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_2520.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25139\" style=\"width:355px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How much rehydration fluid should I use?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Semi-dry clay: add one drop per five grams of clay. Mix well then add water until desired workability is achieved.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dry clay: add five drops per five grams, then water until desired workability is achieved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cooksongold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_2522.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25140\" style=\"width:355px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To watch our Project FAQs video, visit our YouTube channel or scan the QR code. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"153\" height=\"147\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cooksongold.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Screenshot-2023-12-07-104948.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25276\"\/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Getting started with Project X? 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