Homemade hide and platform

[Rolltide30]

I have finally gotten started on my first homemade tank accessories. I still have to glue it all together and remove the toothpicks. I am going to grout it and then paint(non-toxic of course) and clear coat. I figure it will take about another week to finish completely, but I wanted to see what some experienced people thought about the design so far. I still have some tweeking to do, like adding another support column, but the basic design is done.

 

[houseb]

Looks good so far, can't wait to see it all finished

 

[Franklinj480]

looks good so far, be sure to update this thread as you do each step :]

my only concern is the bridge, it looks like it may be a little unstable for heavier leo's but it could be okay depending on how thick you grout. That's just my many years of Lego-brick engineering speaking

 

[Rolltide30]

I plan to add some more support on the platform. If I can't get in sturdy I will scrap that part. Would hot glue gun work to glue the styrofoam pieces together?

 

[houseb]

I'm not sure about the hot glue, I'd try it on a piece first, but I'd be concerned with melting. I use loc-tite tub surround. It's very similar to liquid nails, dries quickly and is easy to use. Not sure what other peeps have tried.

 

[theCREECH]

I use black silicone. It dries solid but takes a little longer to set. If you did use a glue that take a little longer thats ok, and there's nothing wrong with leaving the toothpicks in. Just cut them off at the surface. The toothpicks will on add some strength.

 

[Rolltide30]

Thanks for the help.

 

[andrew5859]

What kind of non-toxic paint are you using? Im building some hides also and wasnt sure what kind to get.

 

[Rolltide30]

Not sure of the brand name right this second, but I bought it at hobby lobby. I will check the name of it when i get home this evening. I do know it was water based.

 

[Rolltide30]

Ceramcoat by delta creative is the paint that I am using. It's an acrylic non-toxic water based paint. I plan on finishing the paint In a Georgia clay color since I live in Ga.

 

[andrew5859]

Ceramcoat by delta creative is the paint that I am using. It's an acrylic non-toxic water based paint. I plan on finishing the paint In a Georgia clay color since I live in Ga.

Thanks! :main_thumbsup:
Also on Krylon's site, they say all their paint is non-toxic when dry so theres another option.