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Plywood (Ply)

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A versatile wood product made from thin layers of wood veneer. It's used for constructing sturdy, flat surfaces and scenic elements.

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Duvetyne

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A brushed cotton fabric that is flame retardant. It's used for masking and blacking out stage areas or equipment due to its light-absorbing qualities.

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Velour

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A plush, knitted fabric often used for grand drapes and stage curtains because of its sound-absorbing qualities.

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Steel

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Used for constructing frameworks and supports, especially when strength and rigidity are needed.

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PVC Pipe

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A plastic piping material used for lightweight framing and structures. Can be easily cut and joined.

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Styrofoam

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Expanded polystyrene foam used for creating large, lightweight scenic elements that can be carved and sculpted.

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Muslin

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A lightweight cotton fabric, often used for backdrops, either painted or as a base for other materials.

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Canvas

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A heavy-duty fabric used for painted backdrops and for large seamless surfaces.

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Roscoflamex

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A brand of flame retardant chemical applied to various materials to make them fire-resistant, crucial for safety on stage.

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Masonite

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A type of hardboard made from compressed wood fibers, often used for smooth, paintable surfaces and as a top layer over platforms.

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Homasote

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A recycled, compressed paperboard often used for soundproofing and as a tackable surface on walls or set pieces.

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Lauan

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A type of lightweight plywood made from tropical hardwoods, commonly used as a facing material in flat construction.

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Hemp

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A natural fiber rope used traditionally for rigging, but often replaced these days with synthetic alternatives for consistency and strength.

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Luan

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Another lightweight plywood alternative, which is cost-effective and useful for less scenic elements that don't require a perfect finish.

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Scrim

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A type of lightweight, translucent fabric used for effects like revealing or hiding elements on stage with lighting.

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OSB (Oriented Strand Board)

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A type of engineered wood similar to particle board, formed by adding adhesives and then compressing layers of wood strands.

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Gatorboard

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A heavy-duty foam board that is stronger than standard foam core. Ideal for mounting and when a rigid yet lightweight material is necessary.

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Burlap

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A coarse canvas material made from jute, hemp, or cotton. Used when a rough texture is needed or for temporary coverings.

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Fiberglass

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A reinforced plastic material that's lightweight, strong and can be molded into various shapes. Used for detailed scenic pieces.

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MDX (Medium Density Crossband)

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An engineered wood product made from wood fibers, used for a smooth painting surface and for flat, seamless structures.

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Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF)

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An affordable and dense wood product that is easy to cut and shape. Used for detailed work and smooth finishes.

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Silk

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A luxurious fabric used for soft goods that need a delicate appearance or for special effects in lighting.

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Coroplast

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A corrugated plastic board that is lightweight, waterproof, and easy to work with. Often used for temporary structures.

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Foam

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Polystyrene or polyurethane foam used for lightweight sculptural elements. Easily carved and shaped for detailed work.

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Acrylic

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A clear plastic used as a lightweight, shatter-resistant alternative to glass for windows, screens, and light diffusers.

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