STORAGE AND SHELF LIFE
BRONZclay™ is sealed in an air-tight foil pouch to preserve its freshness. Use this package or a good-quality plastic wrap (or both) to keep your clay moist. It is good practice to take out only what you will use within a few minutes and to add a few drops of water to the lump at the end of each work session. Keep BRONZclay refrigerated when not in use.
BRONZclay™ can be rehydrated if it dries out, though it can be difficult to achieve the homogenous consistency of fresh BRONZclay. To restore dry material, pierce the lump with several holes or dice it into small pieces. Add water and knead, then seal the clay and water in an airtight container. Set the container aside to allow the water to penetrate; allow at least one full day, more if the clay was very dry. With the clay still wrapped in plastic, knead repeatedly to force the water into the dense metal structure. If you find you have added too much water, spread the BRONZclay on a piece of plastic, glass or waxed paper and allow it to dry to a useable consistency.