homemade "plastic"

[C.A.H.]

polystyrene (styrofoam) dissolves in acetone (common in nail polish remover) . the goop that is produced dries out to form something I affectionately call ghetto-resin, useful as a sealant and prolly other stuff too.

tell me about your findings with this material (new uses, approximate mix ratios, etc.) all contributions appreciated

 

[Ludwig II]

Many solvents will work with it. Polystyrene isn't UV stable, but as an indoor varnish it's very shiny. In high strength solution it is a good adhesive for broken styrene and polystyrene items.