Halojay123
New Member
i am constructing a Bobo Fett helmet using 210gsm card (so it isnt as weak as regular paper), this helmet is a display piece and wont be knocked around or worn, just sitting there looking cool. so what type of resin would a need to use for this sort of purpose, it doesnt need to be ridiculously strong and durable, it just needs to be able to keep its shape and be able to be spay painted over ( and if i sprayed over the exposed card like it is at the minute, the moistness would cause it to cave in, this is why i want to harden it abit).
based on the fact that it wont be worn or "used" in anyway, would i need to apply the resin to the inside as well as the outside , and how many coats would it need. ive heard that fibreglass resin can "morph" the shape as it dries, so can someone who knows what they are talking about recommend me a good and reliable resin or other type of hardener.
i have read up about this but all i have been able to find is about people who are making helmets that they intend to wear, and are there for using many different types of resins, bondo, rondo and other stuff. and since i am only making a display item would i need to mess around with all of this stuff, if anyone could find a way for me to just use one substance for me to use that will do the job i want it to and not burn a hole in my wallet that would be great!
all comments would be greatly appreciated!
based on the fact that it wont be worn or "used" in anyway, would i need to apply the resin to the inside as well as the outside , and how many coats would it need. ive heard that fibreglass resin can "morph" the shape as it dries, so can someone who knows what they are talking about recommend me a good and reliable resin or other type of hardener.
i have read up about this but all i have been able to find is about people who are making helmets that they intend to wear, and are there for using many different types of resins, bondo, rondo and other stuff. and since i am only making a display item would i need to mess around with all of this stuff, if anyone could find a way for me to just use one substance for me to use that will do the job i want it to and not burn a hole in my wallet that would be great!
all comments would be greatly appreciated!