A beginner takes on Kaizen Foam
I wanted a way to line my tool box with something substantial enough, so larger polishers don’t tip over.
Tried many things, including Yoga mats, rubber floor mats.
Either too thin or my Mark ll 21 still tipped over, with just a softer landing. Which made my heart skip a beat every time !
My search led me to Kaizen Foam
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Got it from HD. Comes in 3 sizes
2’x4’ x 2-1/4” or 57mm.
2’x4’ x1-1/8” or 30mm. This is what I picked up.
2’x4’ x 7/8” or 20mm.
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This is not scored like pick and pull foam. This is layers that are removed to create a bed. The process is time consuming but 100% worth it.
I started out with the 1-1/8” to get some practice before I tackled the larger drawers where my big boys live.
For those I will need the 2-1/4”
Now on to the pics.
My tools,
Sm. & med. Snap blades w/ extra blades
Long neck markers
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I did find a cut kit
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Figured if I made my own I’d get some practice and save a few $$
The layout
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This finger hole maker was easy,
a 6” pipe w/ handle bar grip, flat file out, round in, to sharpen.
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Trace around tool, remove as you go. Cut and pull.
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Dig in and plow out a layer, try for a full first layer. Then keep fitting the tool and plowing small amounts. A tight fit is key. Trust your OCD !!
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I have to stress that you stay well inside the lines, make small adjustments, a tight fit . You can always remove more but can’t fix it if it’s too big. Like this.
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Finger pulls
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Finished with a case from HF.
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The drawer and polishers and Yoga mat.
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I found that if I lifted the thicker tools, and marked them again, I could see the line better when cutting. (one handed for pic.)
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Don’t forget the cords
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Finished, 1st drawer.
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Definitely need thicker foam for the 15m. and 21m. Polishers. Plus I left room in the cut box for a silver marker, and these super thin blades to help with fine tuning.
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Well that’s it.
I had a blast and hope it was good for you too ?
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Always so cool, Mary... nicely done
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I love that stuff, used it to make a box for my razor sharpening tools.
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Awesome Mary! Like the OCD thinking lol. And have the tools laying still is much of benefit if you are hauling them around!
Thanks for shareing your work!
/Tony
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Well above OCD and much appreciated. This tells me your vehicle detailing is beyond reproach.
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Where did you find the cut kit.
Thanks in advance.
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Awesome. I have been wanting to do this for my tool drawer. Thank you for the detailed write up!
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kajunman
Where did you find the cut kit.
Thanks in advance.
Hello
Kiazeninserts was the kit inspiration, found the foam at HD with the snap blades in the paint sect., markers from Menard`s
YouTube of course helped.
OH by the way.... VIKINGS WON !!!!!
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Mary B
Hello
Kiazeninserts was the kit inspiration, found the foam at HD with the snap blades in the paint sect., markers from Menard`s
YouTube of course helped.
OH by the way.... VIKINGS WON !!!!!
Thanks.
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grungy
Exactly !! Love YouTube !! :wub:
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Mary B
Kiazeninserts was the kit inspiration
Well, I *was* going to tell you about them, but you already know!
Good stuff, Mary. Glad to see someone use these and provide real feedback!
Once I get a few more tool boxes, I plan on using the Inserts guys for their pre-cut stuff.
Thanks for posting this
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*This is an Update*
As I make my way thru my toolbox drawers, found some notables.
First. The marker I was using, left my fingers black for a week.
The Fastcap Marker is much better, for these reasons :
Longer neck.
Larger felt tip.
Silver color shows up, very well.
Line is removeable with a wet paper towel, even after a couple of hours.
Secondly. I found these 30 degree blades(Amz), with a thin holder. It reached
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