The items listed below are generally available to use for 6th floor exhibit installations. Available cardstock colors may vary over time, please review as part of the exhibit planning process.
Why foam core? mounting one-dimensional printed images on foam core creates a sense depth and texture and generally looks more polished than a simple piece of paper. Some exhibits that are book heavy do well to mount the labels and descriptive text onto foam core.
Why card stock? When the majority of object on display are already mounted on foam core, mounting your labels on card stock helps distinguish the labels and set them apart as something other than an exhibit object. Color card stock can also be used to draw out or highlight colors in saturated images. In this case, use the card stock to create a frame (1/4" or less) around the image you're displaying.
Foam Core adds depth and finish to one-dimensional images.
Card stock. Use to mount text or draw out colors from saturated images. Colors available may vary.
Cutting Mat, will be necessary to protect surfaces while you trim and cut foam core. Cutting tools are available with the mat.
Metal ruler, this will ensure clean, straight lines as you cut your board to size. The cork on the bottom of the ruler prevents scratches and avoids slips.
Glue sticks, use these to mount your images. This should obviously not go anywhere near actual books.
Paper cutter can be used to trim paper and card stock to size.
