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    What is this material called

    Posted by Angelique Muller on 16 July 2007 at 19:39

    Sorry, new to the business and not quite familiar with names of materials etc…
    What is this white board called that looks a bit like mdf, 12 mm thick, but made out of plastic (or styrene).
    Secondly: where can I get it (in Ireland?)

    Thanks

    Fran Hollywood replied 18 years, 5 months ago 10 Members · 20 Replies
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  • Harry Cleary

    Member
    16 July 2007 at 19:50

    I think you are talking about Foamacell , you can get next day delivery from D O’Sullivan in Dublin 01 4098000, goes from 3mm up

  • Angelique Muller

    Member
    16 July 2007 at 19:59

    Thanks Harry,
    Do they cut to size? And any idea of price per sq.metre or sheet?

    Do you use this material yourself?
    It’s just that I got a sample of it the other day from a builder. It looks like it would just suit the job that I have to do…
    Or would you have another alternative material: it is for a b&b sign and is hanging of a metal frame. It will have writing on both sides….
    I liked it cause it has that thickness and weight to it….(so it doesn’t flap around in the wind too much…I thought)

  • Robert Lambie

    Member
    16 July 2007 at 20:06

    is this not just Foamex?

  • Nicola McIntosh

    Member
    16 July 2007 at 20:08
    quote Robert Lambie:

    is this not just Foamex?

    thats what i was gonna mention too…..sounds like it 😀

    nik

  • Angelique Muller

    Member
    16 July 2007 at 20:23

    I just googled both names and it ooks like both names are brandnames, same product though…..
    If you want to paint it (gloss finish), would it require undercoat, or would just a topcoat be okay?

  • Robert Lambie

    Member
    16 July 2007 at 20:26

    i sometimes buy it in pretty thick, even at 19mm and it comes with a semi gloss finish on it as standard. the thinner stuff doesnt have as good a finish but still more than acceptable.

  • Angelique Muller

    Member
    16 July 2007 at 20:29
    quote Robert Lambie:

    i sometimes buy it in pretty thick, even at 19mm and it comes with a semi gloss finish on it as standard. the thinner stuff doesnt have as good a finish but still more than acceptable.

    Does it come in different colours then? I was told you could only get it in white….. I need a bit of magnolia so I thought I just paint it…. but if I can get it in that colour that would be even easier……

  • Harry Cleary

    Member
    16 July 2007 at 21:05

    Foamex is the same Angelique, dont have the pricelist to hand, will let you know in the morning.
    I have painted it, but you have to key it really well and give plenty of time to cure. It does take a colour wash really well and I normally floodcoat.
    Don’t think they cut it to size, but not sure as i only order full sheets, its easy to cut with a knife and a straight edge though.
    speak to Brian in O’sullivan’s he’s very helpful.

    you could also try these guys, delivery time is not as good though.
    http://www.accessplastics.com/

  • Lynn Normington

    Member
    16 July 2007 at 21:11

    Angelique why do you want to paint it ??

    Lynn

  • Angelique Muller

    Member
    16 July 2007 at 22:13
    quote Lynn:

    Angelique why do you want to paint it ??

    Lynn

    I thought the stuff only came in white and I need the sign to be off-white/magnolia. I don’t have that colour vinyl, but I do have the right colour paint……

  • Chris Wool

    Member
    16 July 2007 at 23:05
    quote :

    but I do have the right colour paint……

    that is a fair answer but it dont like having paint on it unless its very well prepared.
    hate you to pull the paint off with the application tape

    chris

    sorry harry has said that already 😳

  • Jill Marie Welsh

    Member
    16 July 2007 at 23:19

    Is it anything like these?
    Komatex
    http://www.kommerlingusa.com/komatex/index.htm#
    (I always call it Komatose)
    Sintra
    http://www.alcancompositesusa.com/produ … UAodjg9nvw
    Both are PVC.
    I don’t like to use them because they can shatter in extreme cold or warp in the heat.
    I did have to make a small PVC sign last week, for a 4×8 sheet of beige it was only 20 bux.
    Love….Jill

  • Mike Kenny

    Member
    17 July 2007 at 07:13

    Hi Angelique,
    I paint foamex all the time, I use a product called eurogen available in all bs colours, its a brushable 2 pack with a pot life of an hour or so, it "bites" into the pvc, costs about 25 euro per litre,use a small foam roller and chuck it when you are finished!
    mi8ke

  • Fran Hollywood

    Member
    23 July 2007 at 21:36

    Angelique, I got samples of foamlite from this crowd here

    http://www.foamalite.ie/

    They are in Loch Gowna Co. Cavan. They produce quite a range they maybe able to help with any technical questions (painting etc)

  • Harry Cleary

    Member
    23 July 2007 at 21:49

    😀 😀 now that’s coincidence! Actually chased their truck for a bit today, trying to get a phone number……..tell them to slow down their driver and employ a good signwriter , Angelique.
    😀 😀

    or maybe I should get a decent car 😮 😮

  • Steve Underhill

    Member
    23 July 2007 at 21:54

    I have a product in the shop[ called versalite its like 10mm foamex with pvc coating each side, sandwiched like like dibond
    only plastic

    only place I know where to get it is righton’s it might be called something else in other firms but when I describe it they dont know of it
    google righton and its the first result, they cut to any size you like

  • Fran Hollywood

    Member
    23 July 2007 at 22:18
    quote :

    Actually chased their truck for a bit today,…….maybe I should get a decent car

    No Harry get off that tractor of yours

  • Harry Cleary

    Member
    23 July 2007 at 22:24

    😀 😀 mine is racing red! 😀 😀

  • Angelique Muller

    Member
    23 July 2007 at 22:45
    quote foamcutter:

    Angelique, I got samples of foamlite from this crowd here

    http://www.foamalite.ie/

    They are in Loch Gowna Co. Cavan. They produce quite a range they maybe able to help with any technical questions (painting etc)

    Thanks for that.
    I will get in touch with them…..

  • Fran Hollywood

    Member
    23 July 2007 at 22:59
    quote :

    mine is racing red!

    No it’s definitely "Go slow grey" :wave:

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