How long does the clay take to dry?

For big projects, such as those that take a kilo or more of clay, it will take up to a week to dry completely, make sure you leave lots of time for projects...

does it dry lighter in weight than when you work it? And is it waterproof when dry?

It isn't waterproof and, in fact, will soften if left in water. This can be a good thing if you have clay that's dried out before you've used it as you can leave it in a container of water (overnight) and it will become workable again. Also, you can mix some clay with water until creamy to give you 'slip' which is a kind of glue for joining two pieces of clay together (but not dried clay pieces, I imagine). Finished sculptures can be waterproofed to some degree with varnishes - I'm not an expert on these. In addition to this, I've heard that you can apply a mix of PVA glue and water to a finished sculpture as this strengthens the clay and makes it more resistant to knocks. Dried clay can be quite fragile.

was wondering can this be used once dry in an aquarium?

No definately not.....when it absorbs water it becomes unstable and releases toxins into the water...

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DAS White 1 kg Air Hardening Modelling Clay Non Bake

Product ID: 48015484

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Age range (description)
Kid
Brand
DAS
Colour
White
Educational objective
Creative Skill
Included components
1 x Art and
Item weight
1 kg

⏳Dries in 12-24 hours

🎨Compatible with paints & varnish

💪Creates solid, strong objects

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Description

🎭 Sculpt your imagination—no oven, no limits!

DURABLE CREATIONS - Craft sturdy, long-lasting pieces that resist cracking and breaking.
AIR DRY CONVENIENCE - No oven needed—just sculpt and let it harden naturally in 12-24 hours.
COMPACT PRACTICAL - 1 kg pack fits neatly in your creative space without drying out prematurely.
VERSATILE DECORATION - Perfectly pairs with poster paints, fiber pens, and varnishes for personalized finishes.
BEGINNER FRIENDLY TEXTURE - Soft yet firm clay that’s easy to shape, ideal for both adults and kids.

DAS White 1 kg Air Hardening Modelling Clay is a premium Italian-made, self-hardening clay that dries solid and strong within 12-24 hours without baking. Ideal for professional and hobbyist creators alike, it supports detailed painting and finishing on multiple surfaces, making it a versatile, beginner-friendly choice for durable, personalized art projects.

Specifications

ASIN	B001GAP4YA
Age Range Description	Kid
Best Sellers Rank	262 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 1 in Clay
Brand Name	DAS
Colour	White
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (43,680)
Educational Objective	Creative Skill
Global Trade Identification Number	08000144074105
Included Components	1 x Art and Craft
Item Dimensions	31.2 x 16.8 x 21.8 centimetres
Item Type Name	Modelling clay
Item Weight	1 kg
Manufacturer	DAS
Manufacturer Part Number	F387500
Material Type	Clay
Model Name	Prang DAS Pasta para modelar
Model Number	F3875006
Number of Items	1
Other Special Features of the Product	Hardens without oven
Product Warranty	Limited Warranty
Recommended Uses For Product	Modeling
Unit Count	1000.0 gram

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