{"id":36309,"date":"2016-01-10T14:48:10","date_gmt":"2016-01-10T13:48:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shop.cosplayflex.com\/en\/?page_id=36309"},"modified":"2016-01-10T15:02:27","modified_gmt":"2016-01-10T14:02:27","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/shop.cosplayflex.com\/en\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=”What’s Cosplayflex?” tab_id=”1449081071585-3c2d5f2f-d0c0″][vc_column_text]Cosplayflex is a thermoplastic material which can be sculpted when heated. Cosplayflex is sold in different sized sheets.
\nCosplayflex gets sturdy again when it has cooled down, but can be activated by heat and shaped again.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What can I do with Cosplayflex?” tab_id=”1449081071587-0b1050b4-e863″][vc_column_text]Cosplayflex is mainly used for costuming, replications of armor, swords, jewelry, and decorative elements.\u00a0 However, the material can be used for theatre and LARP activities.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How thick is Cosplayflex?” tab_id=”1449081286370-0f394fc2-558c”][vc_column_text]One sheet is about 1 mm thick, but there are slight fluctuations that are production related.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Can I use the leftovers?” tab_id=”1449081321435-1cb9f4c3-85b0″][vc_column_text]Always keep leftovers of Cosplayflex and then heat them up again with a hot air gun, so you can knead all the pieces together and then use it as modeling clay. Also Cosplayflex can be made flat again with a rolling pin.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Is Cosplayflex toxic?” tab_id=”1449081413866-5d178f39-3a1a”][vc_column_text]Cosplayflex is non-toxic and can therefore be processed indoors, even with closed windows. Our material is, however, not suitable for consumption, even if it smells delicious ;)[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Where can I buy Cosplayflex online\/offline?” tab_id=”1449081495307-fcca1779-718a”][vc_column_text]You can find official disctibutors on our website.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Is Cosplayflex flexible after cooling off?” tab_id=”1449081538241-3a18ac50-fa5b”][vc_column_text]The fewer layers of Cosplayflex are used, the thinner and more flexible the walls are. However, if you use craft foam, EVA foam, or more layers of Cosplayflex inbetween, then it will get more solid.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Are there books or videos on how to use Cosplayflex?” tab_id=”1449081589220-e498cac0-dd63″][vc_column_text]There are videos, tutorials, and upcoming books.
\nWe publish more information here on our website.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Can I burn myself while using Cosplayflex?” tab_id=”1449081672588-c4cc59ca-06f0″][vc_column_text]Since hot air guns run between 200 – 400\u00b0C, it may well happen that you can burn yourself if you don’t pay attention. It is recommended to wear long sleeves and if you want you can wear gloves, too.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How thick must my Cosplayflex be to get a sturdy armor?” tab_id=”1449081725651-36743bb0-d49b”][vc_column_text]A layer of Cosplayflex and a layer of craft foam or EVA is sufficient.
\nBetter it is, if the armor is made of multiple pieces, this make the armor sturdier, since all the pieces have reinforced edges at the connected points.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Is Cosplayflex food friendly?” tab_id=”1449081783964-dd48cd14-d378″][vc_column_text]We recommend to use Cosplayflex only for costuming, props, or similar projects. Even if Cosplayflex is non-toxic, we wouldn’t really use it in connection with food.
\nIf you want to make a food friendly silicone mold of a Cosplayflex sculpt, this would be no problem, though.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Can I work indoors with Cosplayflex?” tab_id=”1449081884205-77f9cb07-4803″][vc_column_text]Yes, the material is completely harmless and does not contain toxic ingredients and hence it’s suited for indoor as well as for outdoor work.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”For how long can I work with Cosplayflex?” tab_id=”1449081922524-6bfda91b-294f”][vc_column_text]Depending on the room temperature it can remain shapeable from 1 minute to several minutes.
\nIf you want to cool it off quickly, you can also use a bucket of cold water and put your Cosplayflex piece in it.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How can I paint Cosplayflex?” tab_id=”1449081999888-04265274-26fc”][vc_column_text]Acrylics, various paints, and spray paints can be used. But please use a primer for the base, so the paint can stick on it, so it doesn’t chip later.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What’s the difference between Cosplayflex and other thermoplastics?” tab_id=”1449082040349-c34baae9-5bd8″][vc_column_text]Our Cosplayflex has pleasant modeling properties and it feels softer when sculpting with it. The bright color of Cosplayflex makes bumps and uneven parts immediately visible, so they can be fixed on time before painting the parts.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What tools do I need to work with Cosplayflex?” tab_id=”1449082083019-458ab5b4-5e79″][vc_column_text]A very basic inventory looks something like this:
\n– hot air gun
\n– sharp and big scissors
\n– cutter\/scalpel
\n– craft foam\/EVA foam for making patterns[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Does Cosplayflex stick to other materials like wood, fabric, etc.?” tab_id=”1449082118619-d6030279-60df”][vc_column_text]Cosplayflex sticks to many different materials, including wood and fabric. However, you should always test a small piece first and optionally attach with superglue or screws, if the material does not stick to the surface.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Is Cosplayflex suited for LARP?” tab_id=”1449082176369-3b610f2b-56d0″][vc_column_text]Certainly it can be used for LARP, but since most of the parts are painted, it would be unfortunate if the parts get broken or the paint chips during LARP activities. We recommend to make armor and props for LARP only if they don’t get damaged too much. As example props in the camp or a magician’s shoulder who has no physical contact during a fight.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How sturdy is Cosplayflex?” tab_id=”1449082230128-3564770c-7dd8″][vc_column_text]Very sturdy and hard, depending on how many layers are used.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How much Cosplayflex do I need for my project?” tab_id=”1449082256101-a44453ba-031d”][vc_column_text]This can only be a rough estimate.
\nSometimes you need more or less for a certain project. Depending on how detailed you work is, it can quickly be more than you thought you would need.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Is Cosplayflex sensitive to water or extreme temperatures?” tab_id=”1449082297398-f513b8a6-fec0″][vc_column_text]If the surface is painted and sealed rain is no longer a problem.
\nOnly unprocessed Cosplayflex can absorb water, because it consists partially of wood filler.
\nDuring hot weather you shouldn’t store Cosplayflex in a car, because it may deform and get sticky. It can be hotter in a car than the weather outside, even if it doesn’t look like it, so be careful.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How do I cut Cosplayflex?” tab_id=”1449082375773-42063dca-daf6″][vc_column_text]The pieces are best cut with large and sharp scissors, or a cutter. Here, the Cosplayflex can also slightly be preheated, in order to make the cutting easier.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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