Cheap prototyping/ pattern making

[Incidentallawyer]

I am trying to design some patterns to make a replacement floor for my existing ducky.  It has a heavy PVC inflatable floor, and I want to make a new one out of TPU with some nice zippers to add storage.

Does anyone have any ideas of materials and processes that I could prototype my patterns and fit?

I’m thinking Tyvek, maybe some glue and staples?  Or heavy contractors plastic and double sided tape?

Cheers

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[Matt (Admin)]

When I was designing my first packrafts I used a roll of clear plastic vapor barrier from the hardware store (used for house construction) and the tape they sell for sealing it. My prototypes weren’t completely airtight, but close enough to judge whether or not they were the right shapes when inflated.

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