Foamcore - White Paper-Faced Foam Board Lightweight, versatile foamcore sheets for mounting, model making, and crafting – perfect for makers, educators, artists, and DIYers seeking easy-to-use, affordable materials! Unleash your creativity with our premium Foamcore (Paper-Faced Foam Board), a lightweight and easily cut material featuring a polystyrene foam core clad with smooth white paper on both sides. Ideal for mounting, model making, backing, and a variety of indoor crafting projects, foamcore offers a rigid yet lightweight structure with a smooth surface that’s perfect for painting, gluing, or printing. Its affordability and ease of use make it a favorite for students, hobbyists, and professionals alike. Available in 3/16" (5mm) thickness and multiple stock sizes, including 12" x 20". With $12 flat-rate shipping per 50lb box across the continental US, it’s the cost-effective choice for makers, schools, and businesses. Order now to craft with ease and precision! Why Buy from MakerStock? Premium Quality: Foamcore with a lightweight polystyrene core and smooth white paper facing, offering excellent rigidity for mounting and crafting. Versatile Applications: Perfect for manual cutting, painting, gluing, or screen printing, delivering clean edges and professional results. Lightweight Design: Low density (approximately 50 kg/m³) ensures easy handling for large-scale projects or intricate crafts. Affordable and Fast Shipping: $12 flat-rate shipping per 50lb box across the continental US from our two warehouses in PA and UT. Knowledgeable and Reliable Customer Support: Email [email protected], call, or LiveChat for assistance with material selection or questions. No Minimum Order Requirements: Whether you need one item or a hundred, for yourself, a business, or a school, we're your one-stop shop. Maker-Ready: Smooth paper surfaces ensure clean cuts and adhesion for paints, adhesives, or printed designs. Perfect For Mounting & Backing: The smooth, rigid paper surface provides a stable, lightweight base for mounting prints or photos, ensuring a professional presentation. Model Making: Its lightweight polystyrene core and easy-to-cut structure allow for precise shaping with knives or hot wire cutters, ideal for detailed models. Craft & School Projects: The workable, paintable surface and low weight support manual crafting, gluing, and decorating for creative and educational projects. Display Boards: The flat, smooth paper facing accepts prints or adhesives, making it ideal for temporary or portable display solutions. Prototyping: The affordable, lightweight material enables quick, cost-effective mockups for design and presentation purposes. Project Inspiration Makers: Create lightweight presentation boards, craft fair backdrops, or custom photo mounts for professional displays. Educators: Build science fair tri-folds, classroom visual aids, or student art canvases for engaging, hands-on learning. Artists: Craft layered mockups for set designs, architectural scale models, or temporary exhibition panels. DIYers: Construct wall-mounted vision boards, event posters, or foamcore frames for home decor projects. Hobbyists: Design lightweight cosplay props, tabletop gaming terrain, or model rocket components for hobby projects. Explore Related Products White Coroplast: Opt for corrugated plastic for weather-resistant signage or packaging projects. Colored Acrylic Sheets: Add vibrant hues with Transparent Colored PMMA sheets for eye-catching laser-cut crafts. Baltic Birch Plywood: Pair with our plywood for mixed-material projects like foamcore-wood display stands. Specifications Material: Polystyrene foam core with white paper facing on both sides. Nominal Thickness: 3/16" (5mm). Density: Approximately 50 kg/m³ (0.0018 lb/in³). Finish: Smooth white paper on both sides, suitable for painting or printing. Tolerances: Cut tolerance +/- 0.118" for all panel dimensions (in inches). Durability: Lightweight, rigid; suitable for indoor use; not waterproof or UV-resistant. Pro Tip For clean cuts, use a sharp utility knife or hot wire cutter and secure foamcore with a cutting mat to prevent movement. When painting, apply light coats of acrylic paint to avoid warping the paper surface. For mounting, use acid-free adhesives to ensure longevity. Store horizontally in a dry, temperature-controlled environment to prevent bending. Test cutting or adhesion techniques on scrap pieces for best results. FAQs Is foamcore good for laser cutting? Foamcore is not recommended for laser cutting due to the risk of burning the paper facing or melting the polystyrene core; use manual cutting tools like knives or hot wire cutters instead. Can I use foamcore outdoors? Foamcore is best suited for indoor use, as it is not waterproof or UV-resistant and may degrade in outdoor conditions. Is it safe for school projects? Yes, foamcore is non-toxic and safe for classroom use, ideal for student crafts and displays. How do I clean foamcore? Gently wipe with a dry or slightly damp lint-free cloth; avoid excessive moisture or harsh cleaners to prevent damage to the paper facing. Can I paint or print on foamcore? Yes, the smooth paper surface is paintable with acrylics and suitable for screen printing; test adhesion on a small area first. What’s the difference between foamcore and Coroplast? Foamcore has a polystyrene core with paper facing, ideal for lightweight indoor mounting and crafts, while Coroplast is corrugated plastic, offering greater durability and weather resistance for signage and packaging.
