Thanks,,but another question..can something be added to the styrofoam to enhance strenght?
I know that surfboards use styrofoam as a core with the outer layers being fiberglass but am trying to keep from the added weight. Any info would be much appreciated....
2006-09-20 01:24:31 · 3 answers · asked by Tim W 2 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
Okay, I read your previous question... you want to use Styrofoam for water recreation. What type of "recreation" ? Styrofoam is used primarily for it's floatation properties
Regarding surfboards, long ago (I'm old and out of date) they used to route a groove down the middle of the board and use a light WOOD (bass-wood or balsa) to provide additional longitudinal strength... like a girder or beam.
Fiberglass applied correctly provides incredible strength for its weight. It all depends on the fiber clothe used (weave & warp) and the amount of resin applied.
Good luck and wear a life jacket
2006-09-20 04:06:42 · answer #1 · answered by mariner31 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cement -Smile-...oh yeah the weight issue. You would need to find some type of glue that binds but is not weighty. I have used glue on Styrofoam to keep is from wearing down quickly. but on a surfboard....what about the material that is used on airplane wings...it's a linen cloth that uses a bonding material to make it stiff. Sorry about not knowing the details but maybe someone can add to these concepts.
2006-09-20 01:36:46 · answer #2 · answered by ete 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what about plastic ..lighter than fiber glass......or you could put on a thin coat of plaster depending on what you are using it for
2006-09-20 01:26:52 · answer #3 · answered by thunder_rainclouds 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋