"I am assuming the polyethylene is the self healing, white bubbly looking stuff...I buy dense polystyrene designed for roofing insulation." Jacquie ***
The link I shared in the UK <http://www.theplasticshop.co.uk/polyethylene-index-1996-0.html> was for the variants of "pool noodle" composition (they also make a really big diameter version for physical and occupational therapy, as it is safe to be around chemically), and they can range from fine to a bit coarser in density. They come in sheets that were approximately 220 cm and perhaps longer the other way, which is a manageable size, to my mind. It could be one layer on top of something else, or they sell a bonding agent so you could cut it and layer it if you want a lighter pillow. Most cut it (even with electric knife...like they used to carve turkey with in the old days) and then use a rasp or similar to plane it to size or shape. If you know someone with a table saw, you can cut block pillows and other things. I have made pillows of the polystyrene too, and it breaks down so fast and is toxic to be around very much, but could be used as a core with something over, such as felted wool, etc. Most places here, they come in 4x8' sheets, which is quite large unless you speak sweetly to the lumberyard man and he finds a scrap for you or will call when there is one, or you know a contractor/repair man. My needles don't squeak with polyethylene, but they scrunch/crunch with the polystyrene which is a symptom of why it breaks down so rapidly. My guess is that the polyethylene is now available in the UK, which would be a boon to those who are interested, but I am sure that Sue can find someone in the US that would be happy to mail it if she doesn't want to tackle it. No doubt, someone in the UK that likes this product, will now decide to start up a little business making them up. It is kind of fun! HTH Best, Susan Reishus - To unsubscribe send email to [email protected] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [email protected]. For help, write to [email protected]. Photo site: http://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003/albums/most-recent
