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Post by DrunkMike on Oct 5, 2016 8:23:02 GMT
Double Corrugated Cardboard.
After watching a slew of videos, I knew this was the gold standard in tile construction for durability. My only problem was, where do I get it? After browsing my local shops and seeing the outrageous prices they charged, not to mention the minimum order quantity, I resorted to cardboard bin diving. Luckily enough, the first stop was all I needed. Found two large double corrugated cardboard boxes at my local furniture store. My only problem now is, it seems that not only is the quality somewhat subpar but the stuff is bent like a mother effer.
So, my question is.. where do you guys get your double corrugated cardboard? Did I just manage to get a bum grab this time?
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Post by jackmatt on Oct 5, 2016 11:37:09 GMT
I'm lucky enough to work in a school with an almost constant delivery of new equipment and resource, so lots of packaging.
But if you are struggling and you can get ahold of single core, use white PVA glue stick together and put a weight on top to stop warping. Also for extra strength lay the corrugations in opposite directions. DMG has a video on youtube, I can't seem to find at the moment.
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Post by sgtslag on Oct 5, 2016 12:47:38 GMT
PVA/White Glue will bond paper/cardboard, like Super Glue, if it is spread thinly over the surface -- working time will be less than 3 seconds, typically. Best way to use it is to spread it with a throw-away brush, then press the two pieces together. If you spread it thickly, it will take hours to dry. PVA Glue does work better on cardboard, than Glue Sticks. Glue Sticks work best for bonding paper to cardboard, however.
Wal-Mart sells a pack of 30 School Paint Brushes, for around $1 (check the school supplies area, as well as the crafting supply area). I use them extensively for applying glue, as well as Minwax Polyshades Urethane Stain (aka, The Dip), to both terrain pieces, and miniatures. I don't typically worry about cleaning these brushes -- I just use, and throw away.
As to Hot Glue Guns, I only have what my local Michael's Store carried. Not sure of the brand. I recommend both a large model, and a small model. Dual heat setting guns are best, IMO. I rarely use the high heat setting, but it has its place: more working time; the Glue is much more liquid; the Glue is much hotter, so be careful! Cheers!
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Post by wilmanric on Oct 5, 2016 14:45:08 GMT
Yeah. My school district ordered about 10,000 HP Chromebooks. They came in big boxes and I work in IT. I grabbed A LOT of it and some foam too. If you contact your local schools, they'll probably let you go through their cardboard dumpsters. Lots of material to find.
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Post by l7arkness on Oct 5, 2016 15:20:05 GMT
If you have a staples this is where i get mine from and its fantastic Ordered From: tinyurl.com/olqhm7k (Staples Website) Materiel Name: Partners Brand Double Wall Corrugated Sheet Quantity: 5 Sheets Sheet Size: 24" x 48" (Also available in 24"x36", 30"x40", 36"x36", 36"x48", 40"x42", 40"x48", 48"x48") Thickness: 1/4" Price: 11.88$
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Post by DrunkMike on Oct 5, 2016 18:24:26 GMT
Thanks for the tips guys!! I'll definitely check out staples, not sure about bonding two separate boards together though.
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Post by DnDPaladin on Oct 5, 2016 18:24:31 GMT
I create it myself ! take my big glue gun, and glue to single corrugation tile together. just maing sure that the holes are not on the same side for strength. like the first down, the second is turned 90 degrees and then glues on. this is one iteration of when the 40 watt temp glue gun is of use.
also, if one of your peers buy a new couch ou a refregerator. hoard that double corrugated board. so much of it thast you may just be not needing more for the next year. like i did. still half of the darn thing.
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Post by sgtslag on Oct 6, 2016 20:35:54 GMT
DnDPaladin reminded me that you can also try visiting your local appliance store: appliances are usually shipped in double-corrugated cardboard, and they have tons of it which they either recycle, or pay to dispose of. I did this a couple of years ago. They will typically give it to you for nothing. Just ask the staff. If they ask why you want it, tell them it is "for a crafting project". Cheers!
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tsstahl
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Post by tsstahl on Oct 14, 2016 19:04:50 GMT
My experience is exactly the opposite. I have cardboard coming out of my ears. We have a monster crusher to try and handle it all.
I work in a hospital; you'd think we make it here with so much cardboard flowing out of the dock.
Oh, APC UPS boxes have the BEST cardboard in their construction. (American Power Conversions Uninterruptible Power Supply)
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Post by thedmg on Oct 15, 2016 7:13:07 GMT
Typically heavy products are packed in double layer cardboard. You will often find that the boxes other boxes are packed in are double layer. Otherwise here is how you can make it:
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Post by jennifer on Oct 15, 2016 15:20:42 GMT
Double Corrugated Cardboard. After watching a slew of videos, I knew this was the gold standard in tile construction for durability. My only problem was, where do I get it? After browsing my local shops and seeing the outrageous prices they charged, not to mention the minimum order quantity, I resorted to cardboard bin diving. Luckily enough, the first stop was all I needed. Found two large double corrugated cardboard boxes at my local furniture store. My only problem now is, it seems that not only is the quality somewhat subpar but the stuff is bent like a mother effer. So, my question is.. where do you guys get your double corrugated cardboard? Did I just manage to get a bum grab this time? You can glue two layers of regular cardboard together, criss-crossed 90 degrees. Use white/pva glue. Sit a large $2 stone tile on it with a cast iron frying pan on top of that while it dries.. Will dry perfectly flat.
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Post by happyjuggler on Sept 12, 2017 20:09:38 GMT
Sorry to be a thread necromancer, but I've been searching for double corrugated cardboard and this was the best resource. I just found out that Lowes sells double corrugated moving boxes for $2.50 a pop. Got a few boxes and it should be more than I need, and if I need more I can be sure it's uniform in size!
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Post by margaret on Sept 13, 2017 17:05:20 GMT
More info on sources is always welcome
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