Tools you will use with model making with foam board

Cutting knife (really important to have a sharp blade for cleaner cuts). Press lightly (needs three light strokes in foamboard), cut at 90 degrees to the board.

Cutting mat (to protect the surface below when cutting and gluing). The squares helps with lining up and measuring.

Double-sided tape for sticking the walls to the floor plan etc.

Engineer's square (sometimes called a try square). Helps ensure that two sides are at 90 degrees to each other)

All purpose glue

Metal ruler (notice the groove... help protect your fingers)

Measuring tape

Foam board (either supplied in 3mm or 5mm thickness)

Working with Foam Board tutorials

Although the company in the first four videos use specialist tools, the same effect can still be created using the tools above

Part 1: Making models

Part 2: Making models

Part 3: Making models

Part 4: Making models

Other foam board techniques

Why we need a sharp knife. Note, you will use the special metal rulers that are a lot safer

Gives an excellent idea how to create windows and doors.

Different ways to create neat joints without special tools

Creating a model house, basic materials