--- product_id: 507005531 title: "AUREUS™ Bright Bronze Clay (100)" brand: "cool tools" price: "£63.49" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 category: "Cool Tools" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/507005531-aureus-bright-bronze-clay-100 store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 10-11% shrinkage for precise shaping 2-stage kiln fire for perfect sintering Made in USA, premium quality assured AUREUS™ Bright Bronze Clay (100) **Brand:** cool tools **Price:** £63.49 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✨ Turn your creative sparks into bright bronze masterpieces! 🔥 ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** AUREUS™ Bright Bronze Clay (100) by cool tools - **How much does it cost?** £63.49 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/507005531-aureus-bright-bronze-clay-100) ## Best For - cool tools enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cool tools brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Crafted in the USA:** Support local craftsmanship with a high-quality clay trusted by professionals. - • **Flexible & Forgiving:** Slightly flexible before firing, allowing easy corrections and perfect shaping. - • **Reliable Shrinkage Rate:** Consistent 10-11% shrinkage means your designs come out exactly as envisioned. - • **Master the Art of Bronze:** Start your metal clay journey with Aureus™ Bright Bronze Clay, the perfect balance of workability and durability. - • **Precision Firing Process:** Two-phase kiln firing with carbon ensures a flawless bright bronze finish every time. ## Overview Aureus™ Bright Bronze Clay is a premium, USA-made metal clay designed for artists and professionals seeking a bright bronze finish. It requires a precise two-stage kiln firing with carbon to achieve optimal sintering and features a predictable 10-11% shrinkage rate. Its flexible, easy-to-form texture makes it ideal for beginners and experts alike, delivering durable, high-quality bronze pieces with every fire. ## Description Offered in lump (wet) form, this clay results in a beautiful, bright bronze when fired. Economical, easy to form, fire and finish. Made in the USA. Kiln Fire: 2 Stage - Carbon Required. Shrinkage: 10-11% Firing Aureus Bright Bronze Clay requires a two phase firing. The first Phase completely burns out the binder, which helps the work sinter properly in the second phase. Many kilns fire hotter or cooler than their digital read-outs state. It is a good idea to test your kiln for temperature accuracy. This can be done with a hand-held digital pyrometer. Phase 1 Firing Full ramp to 650°F/ 343° and hold for 30 minutes -Option 1 Arrange greenware on a mesh firing rack. Additional pieces can be stacked using more mesh firing racks separated with kiln posts. Raise the mesh firing rack(s) off the kiln floor with a few more kiln posts for air circulation. -Option 2 The greenware can be placed on top of 1” of activated carbon in a steel firing container. Do not add activated carbon on top of the greenware for phase 1 firing. Laying flat can create little indents because bronze gets soft while sintering. Best to lay flat pieces vertical in the carbon. Note | A slower phase 1 firing is needed for any piece that has areas that are 3mm (12 cards) thick or thicker. Ramp 300°F/ 149°C hour to 600°F/ 315°C and hold for 15 minutes. Phase 2 Firing Full ramp to 1400°F/ 760°C and hold for 2 hours Once the greenware has cooled enough to handle after the first firing phase, gently transfer the work to a kiln vessel, such as a steel firing container that has at least 1” of activated carbon spread on the bottom. Arrange the pieces with at least ½” of space between them. Cover all pieces with at least 1” of activated carbon. Additional work can be added in layers as long as there is 1” of activated carbon above and below each piece. Fire with a slotted lid or lid ajar. Do not cover firing container completely. Review: I recommend starting with bronze clay learning how it works - Great value for the money easy to use high quality clay highly recommend starting with bronze and complicated before moving on to the more expensive precious metals this is where you start and what you learnon before buying silver and gold there's a learning curve working with precious metal plays I recommend starting with bronze the technique down Review: Easy to use. Tougher than expected before firing. - Being new to metal clay, I was really happy with the workability of the product. I’ve made several pieces and the only problem I’ve had was breaking one of them after the first phase fire. I now refrain from handling at all and just pour more carbon on top. I have been surprised at the slight flexibility of the dried clay before firing, and was able to press slightly warped pieces until flat. Carves and sands nicely too. And of course it looks great when finished. ## Features - Made in USA - Kiln Fire: 2 Stage - Carbon Required. - Shrinkage: 10-11% ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0B77R3LF7 | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #62,496 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #278 in Pottery & Modeling Clays | | Brand Name | Cool Tools | | Color | Bright Bronze | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (24) | | Educational Objective | Creative Skill | | Included Components | clay | | Manufacturer | Cool Tools | | Material Type | Clay | | Model Name | Aureus® Bright Bronze Clay | | Number of Items | 1 | | Other Special Features of the Product | Non-Standard Firing | | Recommended Uses For Product | Modeling | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Brand:** Cool Tools - **Color:** Bright Bronze - **Educational Objective:** Creative Skill - **Included Components:** clay - **Material:** Clay - **Model Name:** Aureus® Bright Bronze Clay - **Number of Items:** 1 - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Modeling - **Special Feature:** Non-Standard Firing ## Images ![AUREUS™ Bright Bronze Clay (100) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51AEAMlxxmL.jpg) ![AUREUS™ Bright Bronze Clay (100) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Mhn6jdlHL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Item Package Quantity** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I recommend starting with bronze clay learning how it works *by S***M on February 2, 2025* Great value for the money easy to use high quality clay highly recommend starting with bronze and complicated before moving on to the more expensive precious metals this is where you start and what you learnon before buying silver and gold there's a learning curve working with precious metal plays I recommend starting with bronze the technique down ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to use. Tougher than expected before firing. *by S***P on March 22, 2024* Being new to metal clay, I was really happy with the workability of the product. I’ve made several pieces and the only problem I’ve had was breaking one of them after the first phase fire. I now refrain from handling at all and just pour more carbon on top. I have been surprised at the slight flexibility of the dried clay before firing, and was able to press slightly warped pieces until flat. Carves and sands nicely too. And of course it looks great when finished. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Work of Art *by C***S on September 21, 2024* Great product ## Frequently Bought Together - AUREUS™ Bright Bronze Clay (100) - Art Clay Silver - 20 grams --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/507005531-aureus-bright-bronze-clay-100](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/507005531-aureus-bright-bronze-clay-100) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-02*