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 support@makerstock.com, 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.

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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.