A diorama is a miniature scene with terrain and models; a scale model is a reduced model of a building or object. Foam board and foamed PVC are used for construction, HIPS polystyrene for walls and details, clear acrylic or PET for windows, and EVA foam and polystyrene for terrain. Cut pieces with a sharp knife guided by a ruler and use glue suited to the material.
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For school projects, architectural models, model railways and figure dioramas – materials that are easy to cut, glue and paint.
What should you use to build a model?
| What for | Pick |
|---|---|
| Supporting structure and base | 5 to 10 mm foam board, foamed PVC |
| Walls, roofs, fine details | HIPS polystyrene, 1 mm |
| Windows and transparent parts | Clear acrylic or PET |
| Terrain, rocks, soft elements | EVA foam, polystyrene |
| Cutting and gluing | Knives, rulers, adhesives |
Frequently asked questions
What is a diorama?
A miniature three-dimensional scene – a landscape, street or battlefield – with models and figures. It is built on a firm board base, with the terrain shaped from foam or polystyrene.
What material should you use to make a house model?
Foam board or thin PVC is easiest: both can be cut with a knife and glued. Use 1 mm polystyrene for fine details and clear acrylic or PET for windows.
What is the best knife for model making?
A scalpel or snap-off knife with a sharp blade, together with a metal ruler. Change the blade often – a blunt one tears foam and paper. Cut on a cutting mat and keep your fingers behind the ruler; sharp knives should be kept out of the hands of small children.
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