Foam Christmas Trees
40 sheets of 1 lb EPS foam 1” x 48” x 96” were used to create the Christmas trees and snowflakes for this New Year’s Eve gala event held in Miami, FL. 1 lb density EPS is the preferred material…
Using Geofoam form liners for intricate pouring designs
Geofoam is often involved as form liners for concrete pouring but it’s not just about foundation or slab work. Intricate designs in concrete can also be achieved with the help of EPS Geofoam. In the case of the Caldecott Tunnel…
Can I use Styrofoam for boat blocks?
Boat owners often ask our foam experts at Universal Foam Products, “Can I use Styrofoam for boat blocks? The answer is really ‘Yes’ and ‘No’! Yes – there is a great foam product that can support boats of all weights…
Which buoyancy material is used for floating targets?
With it being used so widely for floating docks and pontoons, it won’t come as a surprise to discover which buoyancy material is used for floating targets – EPS foam. A very specific requirement for weapons testing in the U.S.…
Using EPS forms in bridge construction
Using EPS forms in bridge construction is a popular way to achieve accurate concrete pours, whatever the bridge size. At Universal Foam Products, we can advise you on using form liners in all areas of bridge building. In Monticello, Indiana,…
Finishes for foam sculptures
EPS foam is very popular as a medium for sculptures. The range of finishes for foam sculptures increases its versatility even further. For public sculptures, the finished EPS foam piece must be durable enough for temporary or permanent public display…
Lightweight earthwork void fill
Many major construction projects need lightweight earthwork void fill. Selecting void fill that can also reduce loading on floors, foundations and parking decks means taking a look at EPS 60 psi foam – one of the higher psi ratings available…
Faux ceiling beams with EPS foam
Creating an impact in interior design can mean expense, time and effort for a busy homeowner. Creating faux ceiling beams with EPS foam reduces all those issues – while still making a room space more dramatic, inviting or cozy. In…
EPS foam molds for concrete
Civil engineering companies pouring concrete mixes into precise molds need a mold material that can be precisely shaped. Using EPS foam molds for concrete gives the versatility for both CNC machine shaping and hand finishing of the mold. For many…
Styrofoam replica of the Star Wars Robot BB8
Artist Mark Kessler was commissioned to produce a Styrofoam replica of the Star Wars Robot BB8 for a private collector. He started with a 20” – .9 lb density expanded polystyrene (EPS) sphere from Universal Foam Products that he covered…