Technical Stuff!

So Professor Putty, exactly what is this stuff? Where did it come from?

During World War II, America's supplies of rubber was scarce. The Japanese had occupied many areas in the South Pacific where rubber trees are found. Space Putty and many other silicone rubber products were developed during World War II as American industries searched for rubber substitutes that could be used in place of natural rubber tires, gaskets and seals.

In 1936, at the Mellon Institutes if Industrial Research, Dr Earl Warrick began with "orgonosilicon" chemistry - combining silicon (think; sand, glass, computer chips) with carbon (think; you and me, charcoal and fossil fuels).

In 1943, he left the institute to join the newly formed Dow Corning Corporation. His research was refocused - to help the war effort by developing a synthetic rubber substitute. Although he failed to produce a suitable rubber before the end of the war, one result of his experiments was a Silicone Bouncing Putty (the primary ingredient in Space Putty).

Although it had no industrial use, he kept some around - lucky for us, as it made a nifty toy!

Space Putty is a new compound based on the classic Silicone Bouncing Putty formula. Space Putty stretches like rubber, bounces like a ball, tears like paper, and can shatter like ceramic, and now some colours change with the heat of your hands and some even glow-in-the-dark!

What do I do with Space Putty?

Bring your Space Putty to school or work with you and leave it on your desk or show your friends. You'll find yourself using it to relieve stress while your brain ponders infinite creative possibilities. Soon after, you'll find your own unconscious energies breaking through - - creativity you didn't even know you HAD! Sculptures and Dali-escue designs will flow from your hands and "work" may even be transformed into FUN!?!

There is Space Putty stuck in my shirt / trousers / rug / sofa / sheets! How can I remove it?

Use Oxy Stain Remover or surgical spirit (70% Isopropyl Alcohol) from the chemist. It is the easiest way to remove Space Putty from natural fabrics and hair. Do a spot test first on a non-visible part of fabric to ensure the alcohol will not cause further damage. Liberally pour the surgical spirit onto the affected area. The Space Putty should liquefy and be easily removed with a paper cloth or towel. If your Space Putty has stuck to a synthetic fabric, such as nylon or polyester, rubbing Alcohol may damage the fabric. Try WD-40 to loosen the Space Putty and remove it from the surface. If all else fails, take your garment to the dry cleaners and let them know your stain is silicon based.

How much Space Putty is in each tin?

There is approximately 40g of Space Putty inside each pocket sized tin, so you can take your Space Putty with you wherever you go!

Is Space Putty non-toxic?

Space Putty is completely inert, non-toxic, and safe. Also Space Putty contains no latex compounds. It is safe for use by people with sensitivity to latex and will not promote the development of latex allergies. You should NEVER put Space Putty into your mouth or eat Space Putty.

Space Putty may present a choking hazard to small children if placed in the mouth or if a child attempts to swallow the product. Not recommended for children under 3 years old. Ages 6+.

Will Space Putty Dry Out?

No way! Space Putty is silicone based, not clay or earth based like other modeling compounds. Space Putty will never dry out or crumble. The only reason to keep it in a closed container is to protect it from dirt, dust and hair that may accumulate.

Is Space Putty like Bionic Putty, Gak, Floam, Noise Putty, Slime, Mars Mud or Goo?

Absolutely not! Space Putty is in a class of its own - with its own unique physical properties. Space Putty is more similar to Silly Putty than other "putty" products.Space Putty doesn't feel at all sticky and won't leave a residue on your hands. You won't feel like you need to "wash up" after playing with Space Putty. Space Putty stretches like rubber, bounces like a ball, tears like paper, and can shatter like ceramic. Space Putty can also change colour with the heat of your hands.

Unlike all other products, Space Putty comes in a handful size of 40g and a rainbow of really awesome colours!

Will Space Putty leave a residue on my hands? Does it smell bad?

Space Putty does not leave a sticky residue on your hands. You won't feel like you need to "wash up" after playing with it. Space Putty is classified as odourless but it does have a slightly detectable "medicinal" smell if held right up to the nose.

After lots of use and love, my Space Putty has gotten rather dirty. How can I remove bits of hair / dirt / fuzz from my Space Putty?

Try stretching Space Putty under cold running water to clean it. If it's still dirty then WD40 works a treat, just remember to wash it with washing up liquid afterwards to get rid of the smell.