What cardboard is used for models?
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What cardboard is used for models?
FoamCore is often the go-to modelmaking material for designers and architects. But there are times when you may opt for matboard/chipboard/cardboard due to budget, availability or color.
What is an architectural model called?
Architectural models are used by architects for a range of purposes: Ad hoc models, or sketch models, are sometimes made to study the interaction of volumes, different viewpoints, or concepts during the design process.
Why is foam board suitable for architectural models?
Foam boards are lightweight and easy to cut and shape. It is ideal for model making, although foam board can be relatively expensive. Card clad foam board is – foam with thick card applied to either surface. It can be cut and shaped easily, using hand tools and light equipment such as fretsaws.
Why is cardboard good for model making?
Corrugated card is lightweight, easy to cut and shape and readily available. It can be reclaimed from ‘cardboard’ boxes, making it a recycled material. Corrugated card can be joined with PVA and many other glues, sellotape and masking tape. This makes it ideal for making basic models, the first stage of model making.
What is the difference between chipboard and cardboard?
While chipboard is very similar to cardboard, it is not corrugated like cardboard. Therefore, it’s not hollow internally like cardboard is. There are many different densities. Chipboard ranges widely in thickness.
What glue do architectural models use?
Tacky glue is an awesome all-purpose model building glue for almost everything. Give me a syringe filled with SOBO white glue, a sharp knife and a pile of Bristol board and I will take over the world. Seriously. Tacky glue is the way to go.
How are architectural models made?
Traditionally, architectural models were made exclusively by hand using materials such as foam board, balsa wood and card, but more recent developments in technologies have seen the use of digital methods such as laser cutting and 3D printing.
