First timer , getting ready to do a cardboard build

imperial frett

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Alright all i been looking at this site for a while now and i have come to the point that i'm going to build a helmet out of card so watch this space for replys questions and pictures hope you can all give me a helping hand when i get stuck cheers
 
Welcome aboard...
You will find loads of great people with a multitude of experience in prop making skills...
Good luck with your first project. (y)
 
welcome Imperial Fett, just curious buddy, are you talking about cardboard? you might want to consider an alternative material other than Cardboard bro. check out the many different threads in the "Helmet" section, you will find many alternatives to the ones made by other members here if your on a budget.

good luck and keep us updated on your progress Bounty.

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First off all its just for show i know i couldn't troop in it all for fun first i would love to get hold of an abs one or something but see how it all comes on
 
With several coats of acrylic sealer on both the outside and inside, it becomes very strong (depending on the type and thickness of cardboard). I have dropped my helmet several times and it has held up.
 
If you plan to make a mold and cast from your sculpture then it won't matter what it's made of. If not, then coating it in resin will make it reasonably strong, especially if you don't plan to wear it... although I should warn you. I built mine with the intention of it only being for display, and now I absolutely gotta find a reason to wear it.
 
yeah dude! i just started my first cardboard bucket yesterday, people here are sooooo helpful! check out my thread if you wanna see my progress, and make sure to record your progress as you make yours!

http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/showthread.php/38024-FIRST-(kinda)-cardboard-scratch-build!

---oh also: a GREAT place to see a tutorial on a cardboard build is here!

http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/showthread.php/24821-AntMan-s-Second-Cardboard-Scratch-Build

---and here's a template if you don't already have one!

http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/show...Blueprints-Templates?highlight=wizardofflight
 
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