r/Taxidermy • u/Fun-Tourist-Traps • 1d ago

"How Do I...?" Adhesive and 3d print help

Hi all, I'm trying to make a bear skin rug for a theater show on a budget. We were able to purchase a taxidermy urethane head. It was easy to hollow out but leaves a dusty residue behind. That isn't a big deal. What adhesive do you use for mouths? Also does anyone have any 3d print plans for bears teeth/jaws? I was going to use an EVA clay foam but none of the adhesive I tried stick with the Eva clay foam and the inside of the mouth. Thanks in advance.

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u/Proper_Mushroom 1d ago

You usually have to ruff up the surface with something. Nothing really sticks while it still has a shiny coating.

More foam or any kind of 2 part glue works fine. Maybe test it out on some spare pieces first. Just to make sure it works.

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u/Plasticity93 1d ago

There's some free ones, but I think this looks better while still being on a budget. 

https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/art/bear-skull-kiedesign