Castle Project - Building methods

Author	Topic: Castle Project - Building methods
OB1 Member	posted 03-16-2006 02:11 AM I am seeking information on how to build a castle for a school project. What is the best way to go about it and/or making it? I have heard other students say they are using sugar cubes, styrofoam, cardboard, etc. Which is the best way, that will make a believable and good looking castle?
jane dickey Member	posted 03-16-2006 12:55 PM There is not one best material to use to build a school project. STay away from sugar cubes they fall apart when moved and attract vermin. Styrafoam is expensive. What makes a project look good is details. The more you include the better you project will be. I recommend to my students to use basic cardboard and paper mache. Foam core boad also works well but you will need to use a craft knife to cut it. There is a type of spraypaint that imitates stone. It looks good when used. Just do not use spraypaint on styrafoam . It will melt the styrafoam. Remember details. Jane Dickey
Levan Moderator	posted 03-17-2006 12:12 PM Take a look at the model making forum - there are lots of suggestions there. You may need to change your Castle Quest settings so that you can see older postings. Levan
OB1 Member	posted 03-18-2006 12:24 AM Thank you both for your suggestions. Its off to the craft store.