Inexpensive, readily available, sustainable choice. Pretty grain pattern. Pine is also easy to work with.
HIP
Suitable for Vacuum forming, self finished, easy clean surface, available in lots of bright colours.
Laser Ply
Is suitable for laser cutting, flat surfaces, consistent structure, does not warp. Has a natural grain appearance.
Acrylic
Suitable for laser cutting, vacuum forming, self finished, easy clean surface, available in lots of bright colours.
Polypropylene
Suitable for laser cutting, injection moulding, self finished, easy clean surface, available in lots of bright colours and translucent. Flexible.
Plywood
Manufactured board so available in large standard sizes 8ft x 4ft. Will not warp. Finishes well. Has a natural grain veneer. Consistent strength in both directions due to structure.
Manufactured board
Manufactured board so available in large standard sizes 8ft x 4ft. Will not warp.Smooth surface makes it easy to finish.
Aluminium
Light weight, resists corrosion, malleable, conducts electricity and can be cast machined or worked