What Thickness Foam Should I Choose?
What Thickness Foam Should I Choose? One of the most common questions we receive at Foam for Home is, “What thickness foam do I need?” The answer depends on how the cushion will be used, the size of the cushion…

Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast, student, educator, artist, or business, foam is one of the most versatile materials you can use for craft projects. At Foam for Home, we proudly offer an extensive range of foam craft supplies that can be cut, shaped, glued, painted, or layered to suit any creative purpose.
From polystyrene squares to EVA foam sheets, memory foam crumb and XPS blue board, our Australian-made craft foams are high quality, easy to work with, and available in sizes that suit both hobbyists and professionals alike.
Foam craft supplies are foam-based materials designed for creative use across a wide variety of projects. They’re lightweight, durable, and can be easily manipulated using standard tools or adhesives — making them perfect for:
DIY home decor
Costume design and cosplay
Model building and architecture
School and STEM projects
Soft toy and puppet making
Prop design for theatre or film
Event styling and signage
Insulating or padding art pieces
At Foam for Home, we supply a curated collection of popular foam types:
Perfect for model-making, signage, sculpture, or floral displays. Lightweight and easy to cut.
A favourite among cosplayers and crafters. Flexible, smooth-surfaced, and paintable for prop making or costume armour.
Ideal for soft toy filling, pet bedding, cushions, and lightweight bean bag alternatives. Eco-friendly and repurposed.
Excellent for insulation-based projects, hobby modelling, and creating large 3D shapes for displays or props.
All products can be ordered in standard sizes or custom-cut to suit your project.
✔ Proudly Australian-made foam
✔ Custom sizing available
✔ Fast nationwide delivery
✔ Great value with premium quality
✔ Friendly, expert advice from real people
Whether you’re buying for a school, event, business or your own creative use — we’ve got the foam supplies to bring your vision to life.
We ship Australia-wide, supplying foam craft supplies to homes, businesses, and schools in:
Sydney, Newcastle, Wollongong, Central Coast, Penrith, Parramatta, Dubbo
Melbourne, Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Wodonga, Mornington Peninsula
Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba, Cairns, Townsville
Perth, Mandurah, Bunbury, Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Albany
Adelaide, Mount Gambier, Gawler, Port Augusta
Hobart, Launceston, Devonport, Burnie
Canberra, Belconnen, Tuggeranong
Darwin, Alice Springs, Palmerston
No matter where you are, our team ensures fast and safe shipping of your foam supplies.
Explore our full range of Foam Craft Supplies and place your order online today. If you need something custom or have questions about what foam type to choose, our friendly team is just a call or message away.