Can I bronze cast without having to buy a boat load of equipment?
I am not an experienced caster but thought I would try to cast a jamb cleat similar to the photo out of bronze. I have access to a small furnace that will melt the raw bronze. I don't think I can use the sand casting method as the original has barbs that I won't be able to pull out of the sand without destroying the mold. I have successfully made a silicone mold of the original. I was thinking of using the lost wax method.
Can I use any wax like let's say from candles from the dollar store?
When I make a plaster mold what kind of plaster should I use. I know not to use plaster of paris as it will probably explode but I don't want to have to buy 50 lbs of something. I will only need about 75 cubic inches or 40 fl oz. of plaster. Is there a way to modify plaster of Paris or a different product that can be recommended?
When I melt the wax out, can I do that in my oven? I do not have a kiln and have no desire to purchase one.
Thanks everyone