Bending Hobby Lobby Acrylic Sheets

Polycarbonate clear plastic sheet 12 x 24 x 0 0625 1 16 3 pack shatter resistant easier to cut bend mold than plexiglass.

Bending hobby lobby acrylic sheets.

If you want to create a sharp edge you must initially saw a v shaped groove along the outside edge of the line to be bent. To set up your plastic or acrylic sheet to bend simple curves for your miniature and model projects you need to first remove the protective covering from the material you wish to bend. For vex robotics teams hobby diy industrial crafts. Use it to create fabulous diy home decor use it in place of glass for a safe durable alternative design a unique piece of jewelry or use it in an open frame to create a barrier against the elements.

Make your pressure on the acrylic as even as possible while you push. Prepare your heat gun for bending the acrylic. Get creative and bask in the glory of your finished product. Clear acrylic rectangle 14 99 34 99 save 20 with code 20madebyyou 4 sizes.

4 6 out of 5 stars 208. Clear acrylic rectangles 10 pack 19 99 24 99 save 20 with code 20madebyyou get your business supplies in bulk and at a great low price 365 days a year with michaelspro packs. Use the spare piece of flat scrap wood to push the acrylic back and down while you aim the heat gun at the acrylic. Hobby lobby arts and crafts stores offer the best in project party and home supplies.

Ends at midnight pst 08 08 20. Use long thin 1 inch or so in width test strips to practice your technique and learn how your particular heat source affects your chosen thickness of plastic. Heating is a slow process in order to make sure that you get a straight bend in the acrylic. Use it to create fabulous diy home decor use it in place of glass for a safe durable alternative design a unique piece of jewelry or use it in an open frame to create a barrier against the elements.

Lightly score a cut along the line with a utility knife. Be aware that simply bending the acrylic sheet will create a rounded edge. Step 4 applying heat. Free shipping on orders of 50 or more.

This thick sturdy plexiglass sheet is perfect for an endless array of craft projects. 1mm plexiglass sheet is perfect for an endless array of craft projects.