Results 1 to 3 of 3

Polystyrene Reinforcement?

Discussion on Polystyrene Reinforcement? within the Boba Fett Helmet forum, part of the Star Wars Original Trilogy Bounty Hunters category; I've been doing a little bit of searching throughout the

  1. #1
    Cyris's Avatar
    Join Date
    Apr 2011
    Location
    Texas
    Posts
    33

    Polystyrene Reinforcement?

    I've been doing a little bit of searching throughout the forum but with little luck on the matter. I've just casted two lids from my scratchbuild, so my question is this: Does anyone have their own recommendation(s) when it comes to strengthening their buckets? Would applying fiberglass (if it can adhere) or even Bondo on the inside help any? The main things I'm concerned with are possible warping/losing shape or cracking the paint if the lid is flexed. Any suggestions?

  2. #2
    FettFanatic's Avatar
    Join Date
    Aug 2006
    Location
    Oklahoma City
    Posts
    650

    Re: Polystyrene Reinforcement?

    Fiberglass and resin will be your best bet. Most of the time that is what I and others have used to reinforce helmets and other armor. Bondo might work, but you would run the risk of it popping off and it would be heavier than a good fiberglass layer.

  3. #3
    Cyris's Avatar
    Join Date
    Apr 2011
    Location
    Texas
    Posts
    33

    Re: Polystyrene Reinforcement?

    Fiberglass was the original plan, it's just that I got the impression here and there that it wouldn't bond well with plastic. In any case, if it is still a viable choice then I'll stick with it. Thanks!

Similar Threads

  1. Polystyrene found and home depot?
    By danakin245 in forum Boba Fett Helmet
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 09-30-2010, 09:05 PM
  2. Question: Polystyrene
    By Genearal Fett in forum Boba Fett Helmet
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 10-08-2009, 01:29 PM
  3. Polystyrene + Glue = Headache
    By Stormrider in forum Prop Building Workshop
    Replies: 8
    Last Post: 10-02-2007, 02:15 PM
  4. Reinforcement?
    By Saberuser in forum Boba Fett Helmet
    Replies: 5
    Last Post: 06-27-2005, 03:18 PM
  5. Fiberglass Reinforcement
    By batninja in forum Boba Fett Armor
    Replies: 1
    Last Post: 08-05-2003, 08:03 AM

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21