AK8093 carving foam pack: AK's CARVING FOAM 8MM Diorama Series label over an orange A5 foam sheet, marked 10 Pcf density

AK Interactive CARVING FOAM 8 MM A5 SIZE (228 x 152 MM) AK8093

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AK8093 carving foam pack: AK's CARVING FOAM 8MM Diorama Series label over an orange A5 foam sheet, marked 10 Pcf density
  • AK8093 carving foam pack: AK's CARVING FOAM 8MM Diorama Series label over an orange A5 foam sheet, marked 10 Pcf density
  • AK foams techsheet page: resistance table comparing AK's three foam types against six paints and solvents
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AK Interactive CARVING FOAM 8 MM A5 SIZE (228 x 152 MM) AK8093
AK Interactive

AK Interactive CARVING FOAM 8 MM A5 SIZE (228 x 152 MM) AK8093

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Product overview

AK8093 provides an A5 piece of rigid phenolic carving foam, 8 mm thick and measuring 228 × 154 mm. It is intended for building facades, pavements, walls, ruins and detailed bases shaped directly into the material. Lines, joints and repeating patterns can be engraved with a scriber or another sharp instrument using pressure, while abrasion can soften or refine the result before the finishing stages.

  • Published density: 10 Pcf
  • The foam has no memory or rebound, so carved impressions remain in place
  • PVA glue and cyanoacrylate gel are the named options for joining separate pieces
  • AK states that it can be painted with acrylics and accepts spray primer

Notes · Q & A

What is the difference between AK carving foam and construction foam?

Carving foam is a rigid 10 Pcf phenolic foam with a very fine grain for precise engraved detail. Construction foam is 33 kg/m³ polystyrene; it is less resistant to pressure and is incompatible with spray products, acetone and cyanoacrylate.

How do I cut and shape AK foam?

Both materials can be carved, shaped and sanded. AK recommends a sharp cutter or small saw for carving foam, with cutting or pressure tools for engraving; construction foam may have a rough cut surface that can be sanded smooth.

What glue should I use on AK foam?

Join pieces of carving foam with PVA glue or cyanoacrylate gel. AK does not specify an adhesive for construction foam, but its compatibility table marks cyanoacrylate as unsuitable.

Can I spray or airbrush paint onto AK foam?

Carving foam accepts spray primer and can be painted with acrylics, lacquers or enamels. Do not apply spray products directly to construction foam: brush on an acrylic primer first, then use acrylic colour or enamel weathering.

Will carved detail stay put, or does the foam spring back?

Both foams lack the memory or rebound effect that would make pressed detail rise again. Engraved lines and carved textures therefore remain until the modeller deliberately reshapes them.

Notes · Logistics

Shipping

Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.

Returns

If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.

Table · Specification

Technical specifications

Product details
Brand
AK Interactive
Product code
AK8093
Type
Accessories
Shipping weight
110 g
Made in
Spain
Composition & curing
Chemistry
Phenolic foam
Dimensions & contents
Sheet thickness
8 mm
Sheet size
228 x 154 mm
Materials & finish
Format
Sheet
Density
10 Pcf

Product

AK Interactive CARVING FOAM 8 MM A5 SIZE (228 x 152 MM) AK8093

Code (proj)

AK8093

Ship. weight

110 g

Brand

AK Interactive

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