A question we are regularly asked at FibreGlassDirect is how to make a mould. There are 2 options when it comes to making a mould. The easy way and the long way! Your budget, time and number of products you require, will influence your decision on this.

Before starting, please ensure that your working area has good ventilation and that the appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) is worn. For more information, please refer to the manufacturer’s MSDS and TDS for each product. If unsure about which products are most suitable, don’t hesitate to contact the FibreGlassDirect team who would be more than willing to help with any mould making queries.

Creating a mould from a product

When making a mould from fibreglass, a plug is used to help create the shape. The plug is the shape of the product you want your mould to create.

The first step in creating a mould from a plug is it to prep the plug! There a number of steps to this as fibreglass cannot