Editing Waterproof panelboard

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[[Image:Panelboard1.jpg|right|thumb|300px|A sheet of black waterproof panelboard being cut for an interior part.]] 

==Overview==
Black waterproof panelboard (also referred to as: "black waterboard", "door panelboard", or just "panelboard") is used to make door panels, kick panels, package shelves, sail panels, and other interior pieces. 

Waterproof panelboard is made of tightly-grained chipboard, and is approximately 1/8 of an inch thick. It's (mostly) waterproof, bendable, and can be sewn, stapled, and glued. Sheets are available in various sizes, including 32"x48" and 39"x65". Prices range from $5-25 per sheet, depending on the supplier, the size, and the quantity purchased.

==Cutting black waterproof panelboard==
Black waterproof panelboard is best cut with a sharp utility knife. Saw blades tend to chew it up and make poor working edges. When making holes in it, it is best to use arch punches of various sizes.
[[File:Arch punch set.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Arch punch set.]] <br style="clear:both"/>
==Sources for black waterproof panelboard==
Because of its size, panelboard is often not economical to have shipped. 

Some suppliers may only sell in larger quantities, or don't sell direct to consumers.
*[http://www.restorationspecialties.com/ Restoration Specialties] -- [http://www.restorationspecialties.com/2007%20catalog%20pdf/2007%20Catalog%20PDF.pdf 2007 Catalog (PDF)]
*[http://www.interiorsupply.com Interior Supply and Services]
*[http://www.miamicorp.com Miami Corporation] (doesn't sell consumer-direct)
*[http://www.perfectfit.com/product.asp?Product_Id=154533&d_Id=15347&l1=15979&l2=15347 Black treated waterproof panelboard, from Perfect Fit McDonald]
*[http://www.fabricsupply.com/ Fabric Supply] (doesn't sell consumer-direct)

==References==
*[http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/black-waterboard-125241.html Black waterboard], ''Hotrodders Bulletin Board'', September 28, 2007.

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