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Old August 17th, 2007 Aug 17, 2007 2:46:47 PM -   #1 (permalink)
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Default Has anyone made their own platens?

It doesn't seem like it would be that difficult...I am talking about one for a tabletop press. Rather than paying $52 for a 20x26 platen. I could probably make one for half that price.

Has anyone done this? What would you recommend for the laminate?
 
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Default Re: Has anyone made their own platens?

A lot of people go to cabinet shops and ask for the sink cutouts from formica countertops. You can also use melamine-covered particle board from Home Depot. A whole sheet of that costs half of what you'd pay for that new plated you mentioned.
 
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^^^Word! Thanks for the tip, I appreciate it!
 
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