Sculpture in Fiberglass: The Use of Polyester Resin and Fiberglass in Sculpture

Sculpture in Fiberglass is a practical handbook for sculptors and craftsmen who want to work with polyester resin and fiberglass. This digital edition is available as a PDF download for instant access.

Written by John Panting, this guide focuses on methods that suit a modest studio or workshop. It covers casting, mold making, laminating, finishing, and painting with clear step-by-step diagrams.

Book Overview

Sculpture in Fiberglass explains the hand lay-up process of casting in laminated fiberglass from molds made of plaster, wood, sheet metal, glass, Formica, and other rigid or semi-rigid materials. Detailed instructions show how to prepare molds, apply release agents, laminate fiberglass mat, mix and apply gel-coats, and use fillers and reinforcing methods.

The book also describes how to make molds from polyester resin and fiberglass, latex compound, PVA, and melamine sheet, and how to build forms directly over a polyurethane foam core. It is intended for sculptors who want a concise, non-industrial guide to these materials.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• The hand lay-up casting process for laminated fiberglass sculpture.
• Step-by-step mold making from plaster, wood, metal, glass, Formica, and other materials.
• Instructions for gel-coating, laminating, reinforcing, and joining fiberglass casts.
• Guidance on finishing and painting completed fiberglass sculpture.
• Methods for building sculpture directly over polyurethane foam cores.
• A checklist of common faults with their causes and cures.
• A suppliers list and bibliography for further reading.

Why This Book Matters

Sculpture in Fiberglass was published in 1972 in association with the Royal College of Art, London. It remains a clear, practical reference for artists and craftspeople using polyester resin and glass-fiber materials in studio conditions.

The book is illustrated with 138 photographs and simplified step-by-step diagrams, making the processes accessible to readers with limited equipment.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so there is no physical shipping. After purchase, the PDF is available for instant access on your account.

It is compatible with Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and most PDF reading applications.

FAQ

When will I receive the book? Immediately after purchase, the PDF download is available for instant access.

Will a physical copy be shipped? No. This is a digital product delivered as a PDF download.

Which devices are supported? The PDF works with Kindle apps, tablets, phones, desktop computers, and common PDF readers.

Add this practical guide to your library and begin exploring polyester resin and fiberglass sculpture techniques today.

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