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NightHawkInLight \newline % Row Count 2 (+ 1)
YouTube channel - "Learn to Build With Cardboard! STRONG, Waterproof and Free" \newline % Row Count 4 (+ 2)
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Version 1.2 - Cardboard Construction Cheatsheet \newline % Row Count 18 (+ 1)
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Free to share and modify \newline % Row Count 20 (+ 1)
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 30\% sand} \tn 
% Row Count 4 (+ 1)
% Row 4
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 10\% Portland cement} \tn 
% Row Count 5 (+ 1)
% Row 5
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Water (thick oatmeal consistency)} \tn 
% Row Count 6 (+ 1)
% Row 6
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Alternative (3-2-1 Method)}}} \tn 
% Row Count 7 (+ 1)
% Row 7
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 3 parts paper pulp} \tn 
% Row Count 8 (+ 1)
% Row 8
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 2 parts Portland cement} \tn 
% Row Count 9 (+ 1)
% Row 9
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 1 part vermiculite/perlite (optional insulation)} \tn 
% Row Count 10 (+ 1)
% Row 10
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Directions}}} \tn 
% Row Count 11 (+ 1)
% Row 11
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{1. Soak/shred cardboard 24-48 hours} \tn 
% Row Count 12 (+ 1)
% Row 12
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{2. Blend to pulp with drill mixer} \tn 
% Row Count 13 (+ 1)
% Row 13
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{3. Squeeze out excess water (damp, not dripping)} \tn 
% Row Count 14 (+ 1)
% Row 14
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{4. Mix dry cement and sand together} \tn 
% Row Count 15 (+ 1)
% Row 15
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{5. Combine all, add water to consistency} \tn 
% Row Count 16 (+ 1)
% Row 16
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{6. Pour into molds} \tn 
% Row Count 17 (+ 1)
% Row 17
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{7. Cure 7-14 days, keep moist first 3-5 days} \tn 
% Row Count 18 (+ 1)
\hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-}
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\SetRowColor{DarkBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{STRUCTURAL MATERIALS}}  \tn
% Row 0
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Papercrete (Cardboard + Cement)}}} \tn 
% Row Count 1 (+ 1)
% Row 1
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Basic Recipe}}} \tn 
% Row Count 2 (+ 1)
% Row 2
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 60\% cardboard pulp (soaked 24-48 hours)} \tn 
% Row Count 3 (+ 1)
% Row 3
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 30\% sand} \tn 
% Row Count 4 (+ 1)
% Row 4
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 10\% Portland cement} \tn 
% Row Count 5 (+ 1)
% Row 5
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Water (thick oatmeal consistency)} \tn 
% Row Count 6 (+ 1)
% Row 6
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Alternative (3-2-1 Method)}}} \tn 
% Row Count 7 (+ 1)
% Row 7
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 3 parts paper pulp} \tn 
% Row Count 8 (+ 1)
% Row 8
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 2 parts Portland cement} \tn 
% Row Count 9 (+ 1)
% Row 9
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 1 part vermiculite/perlite (optional insulation)} \tn 
% Row Count 10 (+ 1)
% Row 10
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Directions}}} \tn 
% Row Count 11 (+ 1)
% Row 11
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{1. Soak/shred cardboard 24-48 hours} \tn 
% Row Count 12 (+ 1)
% Row 12
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{2. Blend to pulp with drill mixer} \tn 
% Row Count 13 (+ 1)
% Row 13
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{3. Squeeze out excess water (damp, not dripping)} \tn 
% Row Count 14 (+ 1)
% Row 14
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{4. Mix dry cement and sand together} \tn 
% Row Count 15 (+ 1)
% Row 15
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{5. Combine all, add water to consistency} \tn 
% Row Count 16 (+ 1)
% Row 16
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{6. Pour into molds} \tn 
% Row Count 17 (+ 1)
% Row 17
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{7. Cure 7-14 days, keep moist first 3-5 days} \tn 
% Row Count 18 (+ 1)
% Row 18
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Properties}}} \tn 
% Row Count 19 (+ 1)
% Row 19
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Cure Time: 7-14 days minimum (full cure 28 days)} \tn 
% Row Count 20 (+ 1)
% Row 20
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* R-Value: 2-3 per inch (good insulation)} \tn 
% Row Count 21 (+ 1)
% Row 21
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Strength: 100-400 psi compressive} \tn 
% Row Count 22 (+ 1)
% Row 22
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Disposal: Biodegradable (eventually, over decades)} \tn 
% Row Count 24 (+ 2)
% Row 23
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Note: Must be sealed against moisture} \tn 
% Row Count 25 (+ 1)
\hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-}
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\begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{X}
\SetRowColor{DarkBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{PVA + Wheat Paste Hybrid}}  \tn
% Row 0
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Ingredients}}} \tn 
% Row Count 1 (+ 1)
% Row 1
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 1 part wheat paste (prepared)} \tn 
% Row Count 2 (+ 1)
% Row 2
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* PVA glue (10-20\% by volume)} \tn 
% Row Count 3 (+ 1)
% Row 3
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Directions}}} \tn 
% Row Count 4 (+ 1)
% Row 4
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{1. Prepare wheat paste as above} \tn 
% Row Count 5 (+ 1)
% Row 5
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{2. Mix in PVA while paste is still warm} \tn 
% Row Count 6 (+ 1)
% Row 6
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{3. Stir until fully incorporated} \tn 
% Row Count 7 (+ 1)
% Row 7
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Properties}}} \tn 
% Row Count 8 (+ 1)
% Row 8
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Dry Time: 2-4 hours surface} \tn 
% Row Count 9 (+ 1)
% Row 9
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Disposal: Mostly biodegradable} \tn 
% Row Count 10 (+ 1)
% Row 10
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Benefits: Water-insoluble when dry, stronger bond} \tn 
% Row Count 12 (+ 2)
\hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-}
\end{tabularx}
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\begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{X}
\SetRowColor{DarkBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{WATERPROOFING}}  \tn
% Row 0
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Hot Glue/EVA Wax Formula}}} \tn 
% Row Count 1 (+ 1)
% Row 1
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Recipe A - Hot Glue/EVA}}} \tn 
% Row Count 2 (+ 1)
% Row 2
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 100g hot glue sticks (EVA)} \tn 
% Row Count 3 (+ 1)
% Row 3
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 25g beeswax} \tn 
% Row Count 4 (+ 1)
% Row 4
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{*20ml mineral oil} \tn 
% Row Count 5 (+ 1)
% Row 5
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Recipe B - Paraffin Alternative}}} \tn 
% Row Count 6 (+ 1)
% Row 6
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 100g paraffin wax} \tn 
% Row Count 7 (+ 1)
% Row 7
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 25g beeswax} \tn 
% Row Count 8 (+ 1)
% Row 8
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{*20ml mineral oil} \tn 
% Row Count 9 (+ 1)
% Row 9
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Directions}}} \tn 
% Row Count 10 (+ 1)
% Row 10
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{1. Melt all ingredients in double boiler} \tn 
% Row Count 11 (+ 1)
% Row 11
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{2. Stir until fully combined} \tn 
% Row Count 12 (+ 1)
% Row 12
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{3. Brush onto cardboard while warm} \tn 
% Row Count 13 (+ 1)
% Row 13
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{4. Work into surface with heat gun if needed} \tn 
% Row Count 14 (+ 1)
% Row 14
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Properties}}} \tn 
% Row Count 15 (+ 1)
% Row 15
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Dry Time: 30-60 minutes, full cure 24 hours} \tn 
% Row Count 16 (+ 1)
% Row 16
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Disposal: NOT Biodegradable} \tn 
% Row Count 17 (+ 1)
% Row 17
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Benefits: Lower melting point, easier application} \tn 
% Row Count 19 (+ 2)
\hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-}
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\begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{X}
\SetRowColor{DarkBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Wax Formula Additives}}  \tn
% Row 0
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Mineral Oil (5-10\%) Lowers melting point, adds flexibility} \tn 
% Row Count 2 (+ 2)
% Row 1
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Pine Resin Increases water resistance, adds stickiness} \tn 
% Row Count 4 (+ 2)
% Row 2
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Tung Oil Natural waterproofing, penetrates well} \tn 
% Row Count 5 (+ 1)
% Row 3
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Carnuba Wax Hardest natural wax, high shine} \tn 
% Row Count 6 (+ 1)
% Row 4
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Soy Wax Eco-friendly paraffin alternative} \tn 
% Row Count 7 (+ 1)
\hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-}
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\begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{X}
\SetRowColor{DarkBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{WATERPROOFING}}  \tn
% Row 0
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Canvas Wax (Oilcloth Style)}}} \tn 
% Row Count 1 (+ 1)
% Row 1
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Recipe A - Classic (Most Durable)}}} \tn 
% Row Count 2 (+ 1)
% Row 2
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 2 parts beeswax (by weight)} \tn 
% Row Count 3 (+ 1)
% Row 3
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 1 part boiled linseed oil} \tn 
% Row Count 4 (+ 1)
% Row 4
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 1 part turpentine} \tn 
% Row Count 5 (+ 1)
% Row 5
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Directions (Recipe A)} \tn 
% Row Count 6 (+ 1)
% Row 6
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{1. Melt beeswax in double boiler} \tn 
% Row Count 7 (+ 1)
% Row 7
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{2. Remove from heat, add linseed oil, stir} \tn 
% Row Count 8 (+ 1)
% Row 8
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{3. Add turpentine slowly while stirring} \tn 
% Row Count 9 (+ 1)
% Row 9
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{4. Cool to paste consistency} \tn 
% Row Count 10 (+ 1)
% Row 10
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{5. Rub onto cardboard, heat to penetrate} \tn 
% Row Count 11 (+ 1)
% Row 11
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Recipe B - Simplified}}} \tn 
% Row Count 12 (+ 1)
% Row 12
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 1 part beeswax} \tn 
% Row Count 13 (+ 1)
% Row 13
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 1 part petroleum jelly} \tn 
% Row Count 14 (+ 1)
% Row 14
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Recipe C - Greenland Wax}}} \tn 
% Row Count 15 (+ 1)
% Row 15
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 90\% paraffin wax} \tn 
% Row Count 16 (+ 1)
% Row 16
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{*10\% beeswax} \tn 
% Row Count 17 (+ 1)
% Row 17
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Properties}}} \tn 
% Row Count 18 (+ 1)
% Row 18
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Cure Time: Several days for full cure} \tn 
% Row Count 19 (+ 1)
% Row 19
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Disposal: A: Biodegradable; B \& C: Partial} \tn 
% Row Count 20 (+ 1)
% Row 20
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{⚠️ FIRE HAZARD: Linseed oil rags can spontaneously combust!} \tn 
% Row Count 22 (+ 2)
\hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-}
\end{tabularx}
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\begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{X}
\SetRowColor{DarkBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{UV PROTECTION}}  \tn
% Row 0
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Metal Oxide UV Blockers}}} \tn 
% Row Count 1 (+ 1)
% Row 1
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Titanium Dioxide (TiO₂) - 5-10\% Best for UVB protection (290-320nm) Creates white/opaque finish} \tn 
% Row Count 3 (+ 2)
% Row 2
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Zinc Oxide (ZnO) - 5-10\% Better UVA protection (320-400nm) Less whitening than TiO₂} \tn 
% Row Count 5 (+ 2)
% Row 3
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Combined (2.5-5\% each) Full-spectrum UV protection} \tn 
% Row Count 6 (+ 1)
% Row 4
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Base Carrier Options} \tn 
% Row Count 7 (+ 1)
% Row 5
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Acrylic paint or varnish} \tn 
% Row Count 8 (+ 1)
% Row 6
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Polyurethane} \tn 
% Row Count 9 (+ 1)
% Row 7
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{*Water-based varnish} \tn 
% Row Count 10 (+ 1)
% Row 8
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Shellac (natural option)} \tn 
% Row Count 11 (+ 1)
% Row 9
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Oil-based varnish} \tn 
% Row Count 12 (+ 1)
% Row 10
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Application Mix thoroughly into carrier, apply 2-3 coats} \tn 
% Row Count 14 (+ 2)
\hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-}
\end{tabularx}
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\begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{X}
\SetRowColor{DarkBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Clear UV Absorbers (Commercial)}}  \tn
% Row 0
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Available Options}}} \tn 
% Row Count 1 (+ 1)
% Row 1
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Benzophenone-based UV absorbers} \tn 
% Row Count 2 (+ 1)
% Row 2
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* HALS (Hindered Amine Light Stabilizers)} \tn 
% Row Count 3 (+ 1)
% Row 3
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Clear UV-resistant polyurethane} \tn 
% Row Count 4 (+ 1)
% Row 4
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Marine spar varnish with UV inhibitors} \tn 
% Row Count 5 (+ 1)
% Row 5
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Application}} Follow manufacturer instructions. Generally 2-3 coats minimum for outdoor use.} \tn 
% Row Count 7 (+ 2)
% Row 6
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Properties}}} \tn 
% Row Count 8 (+ 1)
% Row 7
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Disposal: Follow local hazardous waste guidelines} \tn 
% Row Count 10 (+ 2)
% Row 8
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Benefits: Clear finish maintains cardboard appearance} \tn 
% Row Count 12 (+ 2)
% Row 9
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Maintenance: Reapply annually for outdoor projects} \tn 
% Row Count 14 (+ 2)
\hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-}
\end{tabularx}
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\begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{X}
\SetRowColor{DarkBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Wheat Paste Additives}}  \tn
% Row 0
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Sugar (1 tbsp/cup) Increases tackiness and initial grab} \tn 
% Row Count 2 (+ 2)
% Row 1
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Borax (2 tbsp/quart) Preservative, reduces odor, pest deterrent} \tn 
% Row Count 4 (+ 2)
% Row 2
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Vinegar (1 tsp/cup) Extends shelf life slightly} \tn 
% Row Count 5 (+ 1)
% Row 3
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{PVA Glue (10-20\%) Adds water resistance after curing} \tn 
% Row Count 7 (+ 2)
% Row 4
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Salt (1 tsp/cup) Preservative alternative to borax} \tn 
% Row Count 8 (+ 1)
% Row 5
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Alum (1 tsp/cup) Stiffens dried paste, pest deterrent} \tn 
% Row Count 10 (+ 2)
\hhline{>{\arrayrulecolor{DarkBackground}}-}
\end{tabularx}
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\begin{tabularx}{5.377cm}{X}
\SetRowColor{DarkBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{WATERPROOFING}}  \tn
% Row 0
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Canvas Wax (Oilcloth Style)}}} \tn 
% Row Count 1 (+ 1)
% Row 1
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Recipe A - Classic (Most Durable)}}} \tn 
% Row Count 2 (+ 1)
% Row 2
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 2 parts beeswax (by weight)} \tn 
% Row Count 3 (+ 1)
% Row 3
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 1 part boiled linseed oil} \tn 
% Row Count 4 (+ 1)
% Row 4
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 1 part turpentine} \tn 
% Row Count 5 (+ 1)
% Row 5
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Directions (Recipe A)} \tn 
% Row Count 6 (+ 1)
% Row 6
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{1. Melt beeswax in double boiler} \tn 
% Row Count 7 (+ 1)
% Row 7
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{2. Remove from heat, add linseed oil, stir} \tn 
% Row Count 8 (+ 1)
% Row 8
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{3. Add turpentine slowly while stirring} \tn 
% Row Count 9 (+ 1)
% Row 9
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{4. Cool to paste consistency} \tn 
% Row Count 10 (+ 1)
% Row 10
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{5. Rub onto cardboard, heat to penetrate} \tn 
% Row Count 11 (+ 1)
% Row 11
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Recipe B - Simplified}}} \tn 
% Row Count 12 (+ 1)
% Row 12
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 1 part beeswax} \tn 
% Row Count 13 (+ 1)
% Row 13
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 1 part petroleum jelly} \tn 
% Row Count 14 (+ 1)
% Row 14
\SetRowColor{LightBackground}
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 90\% paraffin wax} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{*10\% beeswax} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Properties}}} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Cure Time: Several days for full cure} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Disposal: A: Biodegradable; B \& C: Partial} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{⚠️ FIRE HAZARD: Linseed oil rags can spontaneously combust!} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Hot Glue/EVA Wax Formula}}} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Recipe A - Hot Glue/EVA}}} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 100g hot glue sticks (EVA)} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 25g beeswax} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{*20ml mineral oil} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Recipe B - Paraffin Alternative}}} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 100g paraffin wax} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 25g beeswax} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{*20ml mineral oil} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Directions}}} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{1. Melt all ingredients in double boiler} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{2. Stir until fully combined} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{4. Work into surface with heat gun if needed} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Dry Time: 30-60 minutes, full cure 24 hours} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Disposal: NOT Biodegradable} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Benefits: Lower melting point, easier application} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{BRAKE}}  \tn
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Basic Recipe}}} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 60\% cardboard pulp (soaked 24-48 hours)} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 30\% sand} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 10\% Portland cement} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Water (thick oatmeal consistency)} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Alternative (3-2-1 Method)}}} \tn 
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% Row 7
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 3 parts paper pulp} \tn 
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% Row 8
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 2 parts Portland cement} \tn 
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% Row 9
\SetRowColor{white}
\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 1 part vermiculite/perlite (optional insulation)} \tn 
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% Row 10
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Directions}}} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{1. Soak/shred cardboard 24-48 hours} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{3. Squeeze out excess water (damp, not dripping)} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{5. Combine all, add water to consistency} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{6. Pour into molds} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{7. Cure 7-14 days, keep moist first 3-5 days} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Papercrete Strength Additives}}  \tn
% Row 0
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Chopped Fibers (hemp, sisal, glass) Adds tensile strength} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Hydrated Lime Flexibility, breathability} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{Mica Fire resistance, UV reflection} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{\bf\textcolor{white}{Padobe/Fidobe (Clay-Based)}}  \tn
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Ingredients}}} \tn 
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% Row 1
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 60\% cardboard pulp} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 30\% clay-rich soil} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* 10\% sand (optional, improves hardness)} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Water as needed} \tn 
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% Row 5
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{{\bf{Directions}}} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{1. Prepare cardboard pulp (soak 24-48 hours)} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{2. Mix clay soil with sand if using} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{4. Add water to thick consistency} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{6. Sun dry 7-21 days depending on thickness} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Disposal: Biodegradable, Compostable} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Benefits: Sustainable, no cement, traditional method} \tn 
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\mymulticolumn{1}{x{5.377cm}}{* Note: Requires waterproofing coating} \tn 
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% That's all folks
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