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Originally Posted by Kimberly Dow
Chuck - I got myself an ABS panel yesterday. The company you mentioned was out of stock, but they sent me to others.
I already have my piece I cut (30x60") and sanded. I am looking forward to using it, but I am not sure I will use this material for that size again. I got 1/4" and it's fairly heavy. My husband assures me it is not too heavy to go in a frame and hang, but it seems like it is going to have to be a pretty heavy-duty frame. Next time I will try 3/16" perhaps.
I did get a quote from New Traditions, but it is costly. I want a panel as cheap as canvas dang it! And lightweight, and ready-made, and,and...free pizza.
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Kimberly,
I know that there has been some information on the use of ABS panels here. I was initially interested in it, but when I mentioned it to my plastic fabricator, he said not to use it because it warps really badly.
I don't pretend to be an expert on plastic, but I have been researching aternatve substrates for my pastels for quite a while now. My husband is also a electrical and materials scientist and is quite knowledgeable.
I would use canvas if I could, Claessens # 13 DP being my favorite.
Get yourself a good canvas stetcher, the Holbein, though pricey is excellent and makes canvas stretching a breeze. For me a 40" x 60" canvas would be a medium one considering the size I work.
I use Twin Brooks Pro Stretchers in Maine. You call them with your measurements and they send them out the same or the next day. They take a bit of work to put them together but their keying system works really well. The stretchers are ash, and quite reasonable.
Their phone number is 1 800 856-1567 or
www.twoponds.com
Chris Polson is the owner.