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I have started sewing checkbook covers recently. They seem to need something to stabilize them, and I have been using cardboard. I was wondering if anywhere sells thin plastic sheets (like margarine/yogurt lid thickness) that I could cut to fit. I don't sew through it, it would be removable. Or somewhere online would work too.... or any suggestions to use stuff I already have! Thanks for your help! :)
Plastic canvas works well for that. Michaels and Hobby Lobby both have it.
Plastic sheets and ABS sheets differ in terms of material composition and properties. ABS sheets are a specific type of plastic sheet made from Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, while plastic sheets refer to a broader category of sheets made from various types of plastics. ABS sheets are known for their high impact resistance, strength, and rigidity, making them suitable for applications that require durability, such as automotive parts and appliances. Plastic sheets, on the other hand, can vary in their properties depending on the specific type of plastic used. They can have different levels of flexibility, transparency, chemical resistance, and thermal stability. Therefore, the comparison between plastic sheets and ABS sheets largely depends on the specific requirements of the intended application.
Yes, plastic sheets can be suitable for food contact, as long as they are made from food-grade materials that meet specific safety regulations and standards. It is important to ensure that the plastic sheets are free from harmful chemicals and toxins that could potentially contaminate the food.
I have a 30 gallon plastic bucket that I cut a large square out of it and I have molded the acrylic sheet to the right shape, but is there anyway I can bond the acrylic to the plastic? It needs to be water proof and not leech any chemicals. It will be filled up with water and will hold some fish.
All the plastic buckets I've seen so far are from PA, PP or PE - plastics chosen for their chemical inertness, which in turn also means that they're d*mn near impossible to glue (pretreatment with hot concentrated nitric acid is among the more accessible methods....). As is acrylic, btw. You might be able to weld them (chemically or thermally), but I wouldn't trust this weld if I did it for the life of the fish. If the overlapping area is large enough and the acrylic sheet goes on the inside of the bucket (so that the water pressure actually compresses the seam), you might try fish tank silicone. It won't really glue the parts together, but might stick well enough (probably until someone tries to poke it :-( ). But I doubt that you'll get that stuff in oe of the big box stores - ordinary builder's silicone or bathroom silicone are no good - they'll leach acetic acid and, in case of bathroom silicone, fungicides.
Yes, plastic sheets can be used for partitions. They are a versatile and cost-effective option for creating divisions in various spaces, such as offices, classrooms, or public areas. Plastic sheets offer flexibility in terms of size, shape, and design, making them suitable for different partitioning needs. Additionally, they are lightweight, easy to install, and can provide transparency or privacy, depending on the type of plastic used.
I'm looking for thinner, colored, plastic sheets that I can use to punch my own confetti with shape punches. Something similar to the thickness you get when you buy plastic confetti. Any idea where I can find those, or if there is a specific name for them?
Depends on the plastic, but laminate sheets would commonly soften. Most laser printer have fuser temperatures at or around 400F, so only plastics exceptionally made for laser printers will have to be used.
Yes, plastic sheets can be used for costume making. They are often used to create various costume elements such as armor, masks, or unique accessories. Plastic sheets offer versatility, durability, and can be easily shaped and customized to achieve desired costume designs.
I'm looking to buy some heavy duty clear plastic sheets/strips that you typically see in the grocery store that separate the cold rooms from the colder rooms. I'm looking to get some so I can hang them from my gazebo to protect the innards from the elements. No need to comment on how ugly it will look... I'm going for function not fashion. The only thing I can find are really thin but large plastic tarps, which look like they would fly away in a light breeze.
Look for that in the paint dept. of you local DIY store (Home Depot, Lowes, etc.). You can choose the thickness you prefer, which is referred to as Mils...the higher the number, the thicker the plastic. You will probably want at least a 2mil, I would suggest 5mil if it is to last thru the hot summer sun...and it comes in assorted lenghts with approximately a 6ft. width. As for your project being unsightly, it doesn't have to be that either. I attacked a similar project myself and it came out superbly! I used inexpensive lx2x6's to make a frame and attached plastic to the boards with a staple gun (be sure to double the plastic over where you staple it-like a hem) then attached those to the existing 4x4 posts on my open patio. Came out looking like a professional greenhouse, and was easy to take down when it became too hot in the summer. GL!