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Insulating Laptop Pad

Step 4Done! (and notes)

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This is what it should look like when done.

Ideas for improvements:

- Non-skid material so the laptop doesn't slip off (hasn't proven to be necessary yet)

- Cloth cover, to improve user interface portion (sweat buildup, etc.)

- If you have one of those recalled Dells or Apples, you might consider adding a layer of 5/8" Type X Drywall (one hour fire rating). Or maybe Kevlar.
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Sep 20, 2006. 1:58 PMAMalePoet says:
How about a dimple mat (Or simular substance) sandwich? Assuming you don't have one of those light up laptops. After all the stuff vents and drains right? Oh and for a cover a spandex sleave would work nicely. As I knew a guy in the 90's that used the stuff in a hack that allowed him to wedge his portible CD player using foam rubber in his VW van dash. He even included wire access in the back to hook up to his car stereo. Besides it can come in so many colors
Sep 13, 2006. 9:30 AMbrauhaus says:
I would certainly want to cover the foam with something to prevent (possibly toxic) bits from shredding off. Might also extend the life of the foam.

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