{"id":66109,"date":"2019-03-06T15:08:42","date_gmt":"2019-03-06T23:08:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/?p=66109"},"modified":"2019-03-25T09:44:23","modified_gmt":"2019-03-25T16:44:23","slug":"ivory-black-matboard-eva-foam-new-materials-usa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/design-ideas\/ivory-black-matboard-eva-foam-new-materials-usa\/","title":{"rendered":"Introducing The New Neutrals: Ivory And Black Matboard + EVA Foam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/USA-New-Materials-Matboard-And-EVA-Foam.jpg\" alt=\"USA New Materials Matboard And EVA Foam\" class=\"wp-image-66111\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/USA-New-Materials-Matboard-And-EVA-Foam.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/USA-New-Materials-Matboard-And-EVA-Foam-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/USA-New-Materials-Matboard-And-EVA-Foam-768x504.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Latest Additions To The USA Catalog Harmonize Form And Function<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cEbony and ivory live together in perfect harmony.\u201d While the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/PSvnIwg0lEA\" target=\"_blank\">Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder duet<\/a> was talking about the piano keyboard and race relations, our choice of materials to debut this month in the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/make-and-sell\/materials\/ponoko-united-states\" target=\"_blank\">USA catalog<\/a> isn\u2019t quite that deep. We just like the simplicity of an <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Color_scheme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">achromatic<\/a> color palette. These neutral colors are universal, classic, strong and powerful\u2014all attributes that help create successful products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Say hello to ivory and black matboard and EVA\nfoam and see how these neutrals can harmonize form and function in your next\nlaser cutter project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Design Inspiration: What You Can Make With Ivory And Black Matboard, EVA Foam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>How do these three new materials stack up when making real <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/laser-cutting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">laser cut<\/a> products? To find out, we got busy designing. Check out these ideas to get your creative juices flowing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ivory And Black Matboard<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Twice as thick as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/materials\/5-design-ideas-custom-cut-mat-board\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">colored matboard<\/a> materials we introduced back in 2017, this ivory and black matboard is 2.7mm thick with an eight-ply core (more ply = more strength). Made from 100% alpha-cellulose fibers, these boards are both acid-free and lignin-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since this matboard is more substantial, it works well when slotting pieces together to create <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/how-to-make\/how-to-make-a-product-prototype\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">prototypes<\/a>, models or display stands like this one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-1-Ivory-Display-Stand.jpg\" alt=\"Matboard 1 - Ivory Display Stand\" class=\"wp-image-66095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-1-Ivory-Display-Stand.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-1-Ivory-Display-Stand-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-1-Ivory-Display-Stand-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You know we love a good example of a <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/how-to-make\/how-to-design-a-living-hinge\/\" target=\"_blank\">living hinge<\/a>. Combine this with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/how-to-make\/making-enclosures-for-electronics-with-ponoko\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">electronics project box<\/a> and you\u2019ve got a winner in terms of form and function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-2-Ivory-Box.jpg\" alt=\"Matboard 2 - Ivory Box\" class=\"wp-image-66096\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-2-Ivory-Box.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-2-Ivory-Box-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-2-Ivory-Box-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In contrast, here\u2019s the same box in black. You\ncan see its back surface is black (unlike our thinner matboard materials, which\nhave a white backing). For display products, black will show less marking than\nivory, so it may be an optimal choice depending on your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-3-Black-Box.jpg\" alt=\"Matboard 3 - Black Box\" class=\"wp-image-66097\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-3-Black-Box.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-3-Black-Box-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-3-Black-Box-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If your product idea includes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/laser-engraving\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">laser engraving<\/a>, the ivory has a much higher contrast than black. So if you have an artistic design or branding element that must be seen, then ivory is preferable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-4-Ivory-Book-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"Matboard 4 - Ivory Book Cover\" class=\"wp-image-66098\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-4-Ivory-Book-Cover.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-4-Ivory-Book-Cover-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-4-Ivory-Book-Cover-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, if you\u2019re going for a subtle,\ntone-on-tone effect, the black matboard has a sleek sophistication with\nunderstated appeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-5-Black-Book-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"Matboard 5 - Black Book Cover\" class=\"wp-image-66099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-5-Black-Book-Cover.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-5-Black-Book-Cover-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-5-Black-Book-Cover-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Matboard is also a great choice when making <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/how-to-make\/how-to-make-bookmarks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">bookmarks<\/a> because it not only looks amazing when laser cut (left) but also when line engraved (center) and area engraved (right).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-6-Ivory-Bookmarks.jpg\" alt=\"Matboard 6 - Ivory Bookmarks\" class=\"wp-image-66100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-6-Ivory-Bookmarks.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-6-Ivory-Bookmarks-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-6-Ivory-Bookmarks-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re feeling inventive with this ivory matbord, find all the details <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/make-and-sell\/show-material\/800-matboard-ivory\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-7-Ivory-Sheet.jpg\" alt=\"Matboard 7 - Ivory Sheet\" class=\"wp-image-66101\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-7-Ivory-Sheet.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-7-Ivory-Sheet-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-7-Ivory-Sheet-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If black matboard has you dreaming of boldly going where no maker has gone before, then get all the details <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/make-and-sell\/show-material\/799-matboard-black\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-8-Black-Sheet.jpg\" alt=\"Matboard 8 - Black Sheet\" class=\"wp-image-66102\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-8-Black-Sheet.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-8-Black-Sheet-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Matboard-8-Black-Sheet-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Maker\nTips: <\/strong>Due to the thickness and ply core of both the ivory and black\nmatboard, the surface layer will tear when folded so use a dashed cutting line\nto control the fold line. Additionally, small, light pieces can shift or get\nsucked into extraction during cutting, so provisions need to be made for this\nat the design stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ivory matboard only has a protective paper\napplied prior to cutting. This protective paper is similar in color to the\nmatboard, so you\u2019ll need to peel the protective paper off to reveal your clean\nparts upon delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The black matboard, however, has a more delicate\npaper surface and is cut without protective masking. As such, some burn marks\nmay be apparent. Unlike other materials, black matboard will be shipped without\nthe surrounding material sheet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">EVA Foam<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>We love it when customers request a particular material and we can supply it. Recently, one of our makers had been prototyping an electronics enclosure from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/materials\/polyurethane-foam-coaster-board-amber-bamboo-new-materials-usa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">polyurethane foam<\/a> we debuted back in 2018. While it worked ok, he was really looking for a foam with more structure. Enter EVA Foam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A semi-rigid product with a fine uniform cell\nstructure, EVA foam has a smooth feel and density similar to wetsuit material.\nIt also has weather and chemical resistance as well as acoustic and thermal\ninsulation properties, making it appropriate for use where impact and vibration\nabsorption is required. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The maker who requested this foam was building\nan Internet of Things prototype box that would stabilize, separate and\/or hide\nthe components inside. He designed inserts as separators and support cradles as\nwell as a privacy mask to rigidly hold the components into cushioned layers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-1-Electronics-Components.jpg\" alt=\"EVA Foam 1 - Electronics Components\" class=\"wp-image-66103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-1-Electronics-Components.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-1-Electronics-Components-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-1-Electronics-Components-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-1-Electronics-Components-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what it looks like the sandwiched\ntogether:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-2-Electronics-Components-Layered.jpg\" alt=\"EVA Foam 2 - Electronics Components Layered\" class=\"wp-image-66104\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-2-Electronics-Components-Layered.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-2-Electronics-Components-Layered-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-2-Electronics-Components-Layered-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While not quite as sexy as the IoT project box above, gaskets are a more common use for foam and are definitely helpful when building <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/design-ideas\/laser-cut-engineering-projects-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">engineering projects<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-3-Gaskets.jpg\" alt=\"EVA Foam 3 - Gaskets\" class=\"wp-image-66105\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-3-Gaskets.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-3-Gaskets-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-3-Gaskets-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While the most common applications for EVA foam include electrical purposes, insulation and sound dampening, it can also be used for crafts, model making, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/how-to-make\/making-jewelry-for-beginners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">jewelry<\/a> and even coasters like these when an unexpected look is desired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-4-Coasters.jpg\" alt=\"EVA Foam 4 - Coasters\" class=\"wp-image-66106\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-4-Coasters.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-4-Coasters-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-4-Coasters-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the size made, this envelope-style bag could be used as packaging for jewelry or other small goods when selling on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/business-tips\/guide-selling-etsy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">Etsy<\/a> or branded with a logo and used as a document\/credentials holder when distributing materials at a corporate event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-5-Document-Wallet.jpg\" alt=\"EVA Foam 5 - Document Wallet\" class=\"wp-image-66107\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-5-Document-Wallet.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-5-Document-Wallet-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-5-Document-Wallet-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/EVA-Foam-5-Document-Wallet-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to learn more about EVA foam, get all the details <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/make-and-sell\/show-material\/798-eva-foam-black\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Eva-Foam-6-Sheet.jpg\" alt=\"Eva Foam 6 - Sheet\" class=\"wp-image-66108\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Eva-Foam-6-Sheet.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Eva-Foam-6-Sheet-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Eva-Foam-6-Sheet-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Maker\nTip:<\/strong> EVA foam marks easily and is not recommended for very detailed laser\ncuts or large areas of detailed laser engraving, as small pieces can fuse back\nto the material via the heat of the laser.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Will You Laser Cut With Matboard Or EVA Foam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re an engineer prototyping your latest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ponoko.com\/blog\/business-tips\/create-a-product-to-sell\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">product to sell<\/a> or a marketer looking for ways to boost your branding efforts, these new materials give you even more options for laser cutter projects. Whatever your ideas, unleash your inner designer and get busy creating anything from the simple to the sublime. Then 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","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Latest Additions To The USA Catalog Harmonize Form And Function<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEbony and ivory live together in perfect harmony.\u201d While the Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder duet was talking about the piano keyboard and race relations, our choice of materials to debut this month in the USA catalog isn\u2019t quite that deep. We just like the simplicity of an achromatic color palette. 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