RE: Terrain

EPS is NOT styrofoam, styrofoam is the very hard almost crystal looking
stuff that is used as the basis for wreaths and such in the floral
hobby.
ALL the white stuff we've used over the years to make terrain is EPS, no
one
uses styrofoam, we just call it that!

KR, Geo-Hex

-----Original Message-----
From: owner-gzg-l@lists.CSUA.Berkeley.EDU
[mailto:owner-gzg-l@lists.CSUA.Berkeley.EDU]On Behalf Of Laserlight
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2001 4:59 AM
To: gzg-l@csua.berkeley.edu
Subject: Re: Terrain

Roger asked:
> I've ordered a couple sets of GHQ stuff to check it out (flat and
> low hills).  I've also seen using the EPS stuff from Lowes.
> Anyone know if that stuff cuts with a hot wire cutter?  I like
> the way the wonder-cutter zips through styrofoam.

EPS is Expanded PolyStyrene ie styrofoam--yes, your hot wire will cut
it.  Use only in a well ventilated area.