Aluminum Sheet Metal Book Cover

Extremely simple and low cost way to make sure your text book can stop bangs, scratches, and low caliber bullets.

Step 1: Get Supplies

You will need:
5-6 square feet of 1/16 inch thick aluminum (I got mine for only $3 and it was painted bright orange!)
Pliers
Duct Tape
Gloves (to protect from sharp edges, put on before starting)
optional: Metal Cutters (You shouldn't have any sharp edges once you fold the metal, but you can be extra safe by cutting off any corners or sharp edges)

Comments

[Yetanotherhacker]

I got the aluminum from a liquidation outlet, although it can also be found at most hardware stores.

[jmDCI]

Where did you get the aluminum?

[ktalex]

could be used as a weapon!!

[Yetanotherhacker]

I'm pretty sure most schools have an anti-weapon policy, plus you would probably just hurt yourself by accident.

[dung0beetle]

You could roll or fold the edges to keep the open wounds to a minimum, but this will make it harder to remove the book.

[Yetanotherhacker]

When you fold the edges in step 3 it tucks in all sharp corners and should still slide off easily.

[inventivefiend]

I like the idea. It could use some 'dressing up'. It seems like the sharp metal edges might be a hazard to the maker and/or book. It might be good to tape or otherwise protect them. You might also wish to recommend gloves in the materials list. This also gives me the idea of using this type of metal for possibly making a book-box. (a custom fit box with one open side - book slides in + out)

[Yetanotherhacker]

Thanks for the feedback! I've updated the Instructable to include your recommendations.