Foam? Where to buy?

[Revolver Ocelot[501st]]

Where would you guys recommend to buy foam? Iam looking to tighten up my thigh armor and wanted to try this first.

I went by the local michaels and didn't really see anything usable.

[justjoseph63[Staff]]

You can go to either the sewing area of Walmart or Joanne fabrics, Shawn.  The item you need to look for is "chair foam".  It's basically 2 inches thick by 18 inches (or so) square, and is used as a replacement for chair cushions.  Use either a VERY sharp razor knife to cut it or better yet an electric carving knife if you have one. 

[Revolver Ocelot[501st]]

Appreciate it!

[Harbinger[IPM]]

You can also get rolls of adhesive backed foam in the weatherproofing section of Home Depot/Lowe’s/etc. Usually 1/2” and 1” thick.

[Megaphone[TK]]

I've procured some 1/2 inch thick vinyl foam with the adhesive back in order to get a more secure fit on my thigh/bicep armor for my Stunt TK. Does anyone have any advice with respect to the best way to secure it inside the various pieces to get the best results?

[Frank75139[501st]]

I second Justjoseph63. I used the chair foam from JoAnne Fabrics. As a precaution I wrapped it in packing tape to help keep it from soaking up sweat. Not sure if it helps but it made sense in my head.


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[themaninthesuitcase[Admin]]

I used 1" upholstery foam but for some bits I've cut it down to about 1/2" thick.  All of my foam is attached by velcro, E6000'd to the armour contact cement to the foam.  This means if I ever get bigger/smaller or it gets gross I can change it easily.

 

side note: I saw a video in a Joannes last week, OMG I wish those existed here.  It's like a cave of wonders!

[Charbacca]

I usually use Harbor Freight. My Joanna's is usually out, but I never seem to have that problem with HF.