Puzzles are a popular recreational activity that stimulates our imagination and intellect. The quality and difficulty of the puzzle are closely related to the materials used. Below are some commonly used puzzle materials.
Cardboard
Cardboard is one of the most common puzzle materials. This material is cheap and easy to work with, making it the first choice of most puzzle makers. Cardboard usually comes in different thicknesses and densities, so it can be used to create puzzles of varying difficulty. It can also be painted with colors and patterns, making the puzzle more beautiful and interesting.
Foam
Foam puzzles are usually made of EVA foam material, which is light, soft, easy to carry and suitable for children. Foam puzzles are more durable than cardboard puzzles because they are less susceptible to moisture and warping. Foam puzzles can also be three-dimensional to make them more interesting.
Acrylic
Acrylic puzzles are relatively new and are made using clear acrylic material. It has a smooth surface and high transparency, making it a high-grade puzzle material. Acrylic puzzles are more durable than cardboard and foam puzzles and are easy to clean. Due to the high cost of the acrylic material, acrylic puzzles are generally more expensive.
Hardboard
Hardboard is the most common type of puzzle material. It is stiffer than cardboard, holds its shape better, and is more durable. Because Hardboard is relatively cheap, it is suitable for mass production, so many puzzle manufacturers use cardboard as the main material. It is often available in different thicknesses and densities, which means manufacturers can choose different stiffnesses and weights to suit different types of puzzles.
Wood
Wood is also very common as a puzzle material, especially in children’s puzzles. Wooden puzzles are usually made from environmentally friendly woods such as pine or birch. Wood puzzles are more durable and textured than other materials. In addition, wooden puzzles can be designed in three dimensions to increase difficulty and fun.
Plastic puzzle.
Plastic jigsaw puzzles are currently a widely used material in the market. It is mainly made of ABS material with smooth surface, durable and waterproof. The advantages of plastic puzzles are that they can be produced in various shapes, are relatively light, easy to carry, and have a long service life. At the same time, the production cost of plastic puzzles is relatively low, and the price is relatively affordable.
