The central question revolves around the compatibility of a specific type of sculpting material with high-temperature kilns. This material, designed to harden through evaporation at room temperature, differs significantly from traditional earthenware or stoneware, which require intense heat to achieve durability and permanence. An example of this material is a modelling compound that becomes solid when exposed to air for a certain period.
Understanding the response of this room-temperature hardening compound to elevated temperatures is crucial for artisans and hobbyists. Its inherent composition, formulated for air-curing, dictates its behavior when subjected to the extreme conditions found within a kiln. This behavior affects the structural integrity and overall outcome of any attempted firing process and the artwork’s permanence.