Hi,
I have several "cases" that I'd like to convert into carrying cases for various tools that seem to keep multiplying around here. (primarily hand tools)
I figure all I need to do is find some reasonably stiff "foam" in which I can cut holes to set the individual tools in, then place these in the cases. Not as good as a case made *specifically* for a particular tool but a lot better than storing tools in generic cardboard boxes!
Most of the "foam" I've encountered at craft stores is just that -- foam. Spongey. It should be easy to manipulate but I doubt it will offer much support to the tools once the case is closed and carried off.
[Styrofoam is too "brittle" IMO. But, reasonably "firm"]The carrying case for one of my LCD projectors has a "foam filler" that seems perfect. *Looks* like styrofoam (contrast that with the sort of foam with which you would stuff a seat cushion) but rubbery-er. And black.
I.e., unlike the "seat cushion foam", it has very little "give" (just like styrofoam). Unlike styrofoam, it doesn't fall apart when abused!
Suggestions as to what I could use and where I might find it?
Thx,
--don