What's the difference between Jesmonite AC100, AC84 and AC730?

You've discovered Jesmonite® and want to get started, but can't decide between AC100, AC84 and AC730? Although all three ranges work on the same principle of mixing a liquid base with a powder, they're not designed for the same uses.

Some focus on fine detail and decorative pieces for indoors, while others are designed to withstand the weather and UV, or to give a mineral finish close to stone or concrete. Choosing the right one from the start will give you a result suited to your project, while making the most of everything Jesmonite® has to offer.

Jesmonite AC100: the ideal choice for getting started and creating freely indoors

The flagship of the Jesmonite® range, AC100 is the go-to formula for discovering this material and easily making decorative pieces for indoors. Water-based, with no solvents or VOCs, it's as pleasant to use as it is versatile.

Why choose AC100?

• Easy to get to grips with: simple ratio, intuitive mixing, demoulding in 20 to 30 minutes.
• A neat finish straight out of the mould: a smooth, slightly satin surface that's pleasant to the touch.
• Unlimited customisation: pigments, terrazzo inclusions, marbled or mineral effects.
• Clean and safe: water-based, solvent-free, VOC-free, with no harmful chemicals.
  
  

What you can create

AC100 excels at faithfully reproducing every detail of the mould, which makes it ideal for:

• Candle holders and candle containers (we recommend at least 48 hours of drying before use)
• Small bowls, trinket dishes, trays and decorative accessories
• Soap dishes and bathroom accessories (with a suitable sealant)
• Jewellery, small objects and creative accessories
• Vases, pots, sculptures and home decor pieces
• Marbled, terrazzo or textured effects using pigments and inclusions
  
  

Easy, creative customisation

AC100 takes Jesmonite® pigments up to 2% of the total weight of the mix, for a wide palette of shades. You can also add decorative inclusions (glitter, aggregates, chips of material) for unique terrazzo, marbled or mineral effects.

Jesmonite AC84: a versatile composite microcement for indoors & outdoors

Combining ease of use with long-lasting performance, Jesmonite® AC84 is the ideal choice for makers who want to move on to a tougher material without sacrificing creative freedom. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor projects, it strikes an excellent balance between accessible technique and high-end finishes.

Why choose AC84?

• Versatile, indoors and outdoors: withstands humidity, frost, UV and temperature changes.
• Faster production: demoulding in about 2 hours, so you can move from one piece to the next without waiting.
• Lightweight and strong: easy to handle and impact-resistant, ideal for everyday pieces.
• Safe to work with: solvent-free, VOC-free, with no harmful chemicals.
  
  

What you can create

AC84 adapts to a wide range of decorative and artistic projects:

• Candle holders and candle containers (we recommend at least 48 hours of drying before use)
• Home decor objects, trays and accessories
• Pots, planters and garden ornaments
• Sculptures, artworks and decorative panels
• Architectural elements, prototypes and display pieces

Technical performance at a glance

Jesmonite AC730: the high-performance composite for an exceptional mineral finish

Designed for experienced makers, Jesmonite® AC730 is a high-performance composite microcement that combines exceptional durability, a refined mineral finish and resistance to the most demanding outdoor conditions. It comes as two components: a water-based acrylic resin liquid and a cement-based mineral powder. The powder is available in several colours and is used only with AC730 liquid.

The strengths of AC730

• Long-lasting outdoor resistance: whether it's rain, frost, UV or temperature changes, your creation keeps its appearance and properties intact.
• Authentic mineral finish: a natural texture close to stone or concrete, with a detailed, elegant look.
• Surprisingly lightweight: a substantial look with reduced weight, ideal for large pieces or architectural elements.
• Clean and safe: solvent-free, VOC-free, with no harmful chemicals.
  
  

What you can create

AC730 adapts to a wide variety of projects, indoors and outdoors:

• Outdoor furniture and sculptures
• Decorative panels and architectural elements
• Ornamental mouldings and decorative objects
• Containers for handmade candles (we recommend at least 48 hours of drying before use)
  
  

Technical performance at a glance

Still can't decide?

• You're a beginner or you mainly create indoors → AC100
• You want more strength or to create outdoor pieces → AC84
• You're looking for a high-end mineral finish for technical, long-lasting projects → AC730

Key takeaways

There's no such thing as the “best” Jesmonite®, only the range that best suits your project. Once you've made your choice, you have everything you need to make durable creations and achieve the look you're after.

One of Jesmonite's main strengths is how easily it can be customised. With Jesmonite® pigments, you can create an infinite range of shades and bring to life creations that truly reflect you.

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