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peaches

I am going to start making some false rock backgrounds soon, using the polystyrene and tile grout method, and was wondering if anybody has used these?

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I know they're not expensive but was just wondering because they're cheap, do they work? so anyone used one - opinions?

master pt · Posted: Mon Mar 20, 2006 11:23 pm Post subject:

yep but not the exact same, works good and clean.
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peaches · Posted: Tue Mar 21, 2006 12:31 am Post subject:

yeah that's what I want really, good clean cuts...and ones that don't squeak too much because I can't stand the stuff!! lol Laughing

varanus · Key Member Joined: 14 Oct 2005 Posts: 400

Looks just like the one a friend uses to make his rock work with
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peaches · Posted: Tue Mar 28, 2006 10:36 pm Post subject:

It came yesterday but it runs on a 4.5v battery - and they're really hard to find, in a normal shop that is.

I don't really want to order one online as I'm impatient and want to get started asap lol Laughing

Hopefully find one somewhere tomorrow.

funkymonkey · I'm new here... Joined: 31 Oct 2005 Posts: 12

i reckon it's the rough affect which makes it look like a real rock if you ask me,,

so hacksaw blade and hand tools all the way for me,,,

varanus · Key Member Joined: 14 Oct 2005 Posts: 400

for me its the cement etc that gives you the best rock effect the poly really being a basis to build upon this but I do think a hand file will give you best results for rough edges however a hot cutter is still usefull for joints etc
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peaches · Posted: Thu Mar 30, 2006 9:39 pm Post subject:

I shall have a good play at getting it right - I hope lol

I opted for the cutter because I REALLY can't stand polystyrene, so this will be a test on my nerves, if i get a prezzie wrapped in the stuff I get hubby to take it out for me!! Embarassed

A bit annoyed about the battery though, the one recommended for the product was discontinued a few years back, well that's eBay for you. I've had a converted thing made up to take 3 AA batteries instead.

garysumpter · CaptiveBred Addict! Joined: 07 Apr 2006 Posts: 914

If any of you DO want to use Hot Wire Cutters to make backgrounds / hides, check out http://www.hotwirefoamfactory.com/products/customer/home.php

Looks like fun Smile

Gary

peaches · Posted: Fri Apr 07, 2006 11:02 am Post subject:

Now they look the business, shame it's in the States!!

The cutter is great fun to use, really therapeutic!! just the varnish and sand which is taking forever now.