{"id":64166,"date":"2018-07-03T22:59:32","date_gmt":"2018-07-04T05:59:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/?p=64166"},"modified":"2018-07-03T22:59:32","modified_gmt":"2018-07-04T05:59:32","slug":"polyurethane-foam-coaster-board-amber-bamboo-new-materials-usa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/materials\/polyurethane-foam-coaster-board-amber-bamboo-new-materials-usa\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Product Ideas You Can Make With Three New Materials"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-64148\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-1-Foam-Coaster-Board-Amber-Bamboo.jpg\" alt=\"USA New Materials 1 - Foam - Coaster Board - Amber Bamboo\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-1-Foam-Coaster-Board-Amber-Bamboo.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-1-Foam-Coaster-Board-Amber-Bamboo-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-1-Foam-Coaster-Board-Amber-Bamboo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-1-Foam-Coaster-Board-Amber-Bamboo-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>USA Catalog Expands With New Polyurethane Foam, Coaster Board And Amber Bamboo Options<\/h2>\n<p>When introducing new materials to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/make-and-sell\/materials\/ponoko-united-states\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USA catalog<\/a> each month, we typically offer one kind of material (such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/materials\/cardstock-paper-3-more-new-materials-usa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cardstock paper<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/materials\/premium-synthetic-felt-new-materials-usa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">felt<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/materials\/lavender-stone-aquamarine-acrylic-new-materials-usa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">acrylic<\/a>) in multiple colors. But this month, we\u2019re mixing it up. Literally.<\/p>\n<p>Introducing new polyurethane foam, coaster board and mid-weight amber bamboo!<\/p>\n<h3>Design Inspiration: What You Can Make With Polyurethane Foam, Coaster Board and Amber Bamboo<\/h3>\n<p>To see how these three new materials stack up, we put our design skills to the test and made 11 potential products to spark your creativity. Check \u2019em out and see what ya think:<\/p>\n<h4>Polyurethane Foam<\/h4>\n<p>A good quality foam with a medium feel, polyurethane foam is nearly impossible to soil or stain and is durable as foams get. With three thicknesses available\u20140.25\u201d, 0.5\u201d and 0.75\u201d\u2014it\u2019s the thickest material we stock by far. As such, this does mean that the angle of the laser beam will be apparent in the curved edge of the cuts, so design accordingly.<\/p>\n<p>With its acoustic and thermal insulation properties, polyurethane foam is appropriate for use where impact and vibration absorption is required. The most common applications include electrical purposes, insulation and sound dampening, but it can also be used for signage, lettering and props when an unexpected look is desired.<\/p>\n<p>Since it conforms to any shape, this soft and squishy foam is an ideal material for use in packaging to protect fragile and valuable items (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/how-to-make\/making-enclosures-for-electronics-with-ponoko\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">electronics enclosures<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/how-to-make\/make-a-clock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">clocks<\/a>, etc.) from breaking during transit.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-64149\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-2-Polyurethane-Foam-Packaging.jpg\" alt=\"USA New Materials 2 - Polyurethane Foam Packaging\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-2-Polyurethane-Foam-Packaging.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-2-Polyurethane-Foam-Packaging-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-2-Polyurethane-Foam-Packaging-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When working on a project that requires vibration absorption or perhaps acoustic or thermal insulation, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/laser-cutting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">laser cutting<\/a> custom gaskets ensures the proper fit.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-64150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-3-Polyurethane-Foam-Gaskets-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"USA New Materials 3 - Polyurethane Foam Gaskets\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-3-Polyurethane-Foam-Gaskets-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-3-Polyurethane-Foam-Gaskets-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-3-Polyurethane-Foam-Gaskets-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-3-Polyurethane-Foam-Gaskets.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While polyurethane foam is most often used by makers who need practical products such as the packaging and gaskets above, that\u2019s not to say that this latest addition doesn\u2019t also have something for those clever designers who are always looking to expand their repertoire of products created from non-traditional materials. While home d\u00e9cor letters are often made from wood, plastic or metal, there\u2019s something so appealing about how they look in foam.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-64151\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-4-Polyurethane-Foam-Letters.png\" alt=\"USA New Materials 4 - Polyurethane Foam Letters\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-4-Polyurethane-Foam-Letters.png 801w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-4-Polyurethane-Foam-Letters-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-4-Polyurethane-Foam-Letters-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If Polyurethane Foam inspires you to make up a flurry of fantastic designs, find all the details <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/make-and-sell\/show-material\/762-polyurethane-foam-charcoal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-64152\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-5-Polyurethane-Foam-Sheet.jpg\" alt=\"USA New Materials 5 - Polyurethane Foam Sheet\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-5-Polyurethane-Foam-Sheet.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-5-Polyurethane-Foam-Sheet-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-5-Polyurethane-Foam-Sheet-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>Coaster Board<\/h4>\n<p>Made from a single-layer pulp board, coaster board is voluminous but lightweight and 100% biodegradable and recyclable. While the color is generally off-white, it may contain flecks of color imperfections.<\/p>\n<p>As its name suggests, coaster board is mainly used for coasters, beer mats, cap seals, cake underlays and other types of specialty end-uses because of its moisture absorption properties. But it\u2019s also an interesting substrate for scale models, business cards and save-the-dates.<\/p>\n<p>It shouldn\u2019t be a surprise that geometric patterns do well with coaster board. Check out these fun and funky coasters perfect for selling on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/business-tips\/guide-selling-etsy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Etsy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-64153\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-6-Coaster-Board-Coasters-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"USA New Materials 6 - Coaster Board Coasters\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-6-Coaster-Board-Coasters-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-6-Coaster-Board-Coasters-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-6-Coaster-Board-Coasters-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-6-Coaster-Board-Coasters.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Additionally, coaster board engraves to a nice golden color, as can be seen in this unique take on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/how-to-make\/ultimate-wedding-decorations-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wedding<\/a> save-the-date cards.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-64154\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-7-Coaster-Board-Save-The-Date-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"USA New Materials 7 - Coaster Board Save The Date\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-7-Coaster-Board-Save-The-Date-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-7-Coaster-Board-Save-The-Date-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-7-Coaster-Board-Save-The-Date-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-7-Coaster-Board-Save-The-Date.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Because it is more substantial than traditional cardstock paper, coaster board makes a desirable material for scale models. This T-Rex truly is king!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-64155\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-8-Coaster-Board-T-Rex-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"USA New Materials 8 - Coaster Board T-Rex\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-8-Coaster-Board-T-Rex-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-8-Coaster-Board-T-Rex-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-8-Coaster-Board-T-Rex-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-8-Coaster-Board-T-Rex-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-8-Coaster-Board-T-Rex.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Coasters make memorable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/business-tips\/12-immutable-laws-of-trade-show-conference-event-giveaways\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">promotional products<\/a> when hosting events. A creative outline, such as this speech bubble, is the perfect backdrop for logos or brand taglines alike.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-64156\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-9-Coaster-Board-Coasters.jpg\" alt=\"USA New Materials 9 - Coaster Board Coasters\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-9-Coaster-Board-Coasters.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-9-Coaster-Board-Coasters-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-9-Coaster-Board-Coasters-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>One-of-a-kind business cards are remarkably more memorable than the traditional printed pieces, especially when using coaster board rather than everyday paper. So unexpected! By putting your own spin on this conventional introductory leave-behind, you can create a memorable branding tool.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-64157\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-10-Coaster-Board-Business-Card-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"USA New Materials 10 - Coaster Board Business Card\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-10-Coaster-Board-Business-Card-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-10-Coaster-Board-Business-Card-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-10-Coaster-Board-Business-Card-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-10-Coaster-Board-Business-Card.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you think Coasterboard is cool, get all the details about it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/make-and-sell\/show-material\/761-coasterboard-white\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-64158\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-11-Coaster-Board-Sheet.jpg\" alt=\"USA New Materials 11 - Coaster Board Sheet\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-11-Coaster-Board-Sheet.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-11-Coaster-Board-Sheet-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-11-Coaster-Board-Sheet-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Maker Tip:<\/strong> Because coaster board is brittle relative to other cardstock materials, designs that fold are not recommended. However, it can be easily joined with a wide range of glues and tapes.<\/p>\n<h4>Amber Bamboo<\/h4>\n<p>Bamboo is new? Wait, what? So, bamboo itself as a material isn\u2019t new. We\u2019ve offered amber bamboo ply for years in a thin 0.9mm sheet and a thicker 2.7mm sheet. What <em>is<\/em> new is this mid-weight 1.8mm thick sheet.<\/p>\n<p>As a mid-weight sheet, the 1.8mm bamboo is more flexible than its thicker counterpart (3-ply vs. 5-ply), and you get a more economical price than thicker stock while maintaining the same look. How? Not only is the mid-weight material sheet price lower than thicker options, but it\u2019s also faster to cut through so you\u2019ll spend less on making costs as well.<\/p>\n<p>With its natural beauty and 100% renewability, bamboo is super appealing for any number of applications from jewelry and electronics enclosures to conference badges, signs, bookmarks and more.<\/p>\n<p>See how the modern aesthetic of these geometric earrings is softened by the natural wood grain? So pretty.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-64160\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-12-Amber-Bamboo-Earrings.png\" alt=\"USA New Materials 12 - Amber Bamboo Earrings\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-12-Amber-Bamboo-Earrings.png 801w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-12-Amber-Bamboo-Earrings-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-12-Amber-Bamboo-Earrings-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/how-to-make\/how-to-make-bookmarks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bookmarks<\/a> are ideal teacher gifts or birthday party favors (while encouraging reading!), and they also make inexpensive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/business-tips\/12-immutable-laws-of-trade-show-conference-event-giveaways\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">promotional products<\/a>. And since these are made from amber bamboo rather than paper, they\u2019re more likely to be kept\u2014and used.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-64162\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-13-Amber-Bamboo-Bookmarks.png\" alt=\"USA New Materials 13 - Amber Bamboo Bookmarks\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-13-Amber-Bamboo-Bookmarks.png 801w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-13-Amber-Bamboo-Bookmarks-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-13-Amber-Bamboo-Bookmarks-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If fashion accessories are your bag, include a laser cut <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/how-to-make\/how-to-design-a-living-hinge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">living hinge<\/a> in your products to add dimension.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-64163\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-14-Amber-Bamboo-Purse.jpg\" alt=\"USA New Materials 14 - Amber Bamboo Purse\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-14-Amber-Bamboo-Purse.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-14-Amber-Bamboo-Purse-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-14-Amber-Bamboo-Purse-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-14-Amber-Bamboo-Purse-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For even more products you can make with amber bamboo, check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/design-ideas\/thinner-bamboo-new-materials-nz-usa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eight inspiring ideas<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If you think Bamboo is the bomb, learn more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/make-and-sell\/show-material\/83-bamboo-amber\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-64164\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-15-Amber-Bamboo-Sheet.jpg\" alt=\"USA New Materials 15 - Amber Bamboo Sheet\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-15-Amber-Bamboo-Sheet.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-15-Amber-Bamboo-Sheet-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/USA-New-Materials-15-Amber-Bamboo-Sheet-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Maker Tip:<\/strong> Bamboo is a natural material with natural variations, so when a layer of the material is burned off during laser cutting or engraving, the nature of the layer below it can vary. Sometimes this next layer comes through darker and other times it comes through lighter\u2014or even banded\u2014due to the grain differences. While the laser settings are constantly calibrated to ensure consistent engraving results, please note that there may be color differences between bamboo sheets and plan your designs accordingly.<\/p>\n<h3>What Will You Laser Cut With Polyurethane Foam, Coaster Board Or Amber Bamboo?<\/h3>\n<p>After seeing all these ideas, you must be inspired to start making, right?! What design ideas do you have in mind? Whatever your laser cutter project ideas, give us a shout in the comment box and let us know what you can\u2019t wait to make. We\u2019d love to hear all about it!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n<p>USA Catalog Expands With New Polyurethane Foam, Coaster Board And Amber Bamboo Options<\/p>\n<p>When introducing new materials to the USA catalog each month, we typically offer one kind of material (such as cardstock paper, felt or acrylic) in multiple colors. But this month, we\u2019re mixing it up. 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