I also used foam, but I could not find staples short enough to suit me. The ones
I used were Arrow T-50 1/4" staples. They were just long enough to come through
the masonite and ding the vinyl. Anyone have a sorce for something shorter??
Brad
"Timothy H. Collins" wrote:
> Jim,
>
> I agree with what the others have told you about using 1/8" masonite, etc.
> I made one additional step by going to a sewing/fabric shop and purchased a
> roll of sheet foam. I think it was 3/8" thick, 30 inches wide (or so) and
> it came from a roll so you purchased whatever length you want. I put the
> foam between the masonite and my vinyl covering. The 3/8 thickness may
> sound too thick, but it compresses as you cover the panels. The panels
> turned out real nice with the little extra padding in them.
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