General
blank
What does blank mean?
The block of foam from which a surfboard is shaped before glassing.
"The shaper started with a fresh blank and carved it down over the afternoon."
Origin
Surfboard-manufacturing term for the unshaped foam core.
Frequently asked questions
What is a blank in surfboard making?
It's the raw block of foam that a shaper carves down into a surfboard before it's glassed.
What are surfboard blanks made of?
Typically polyurethane or EPS foam, sometimes with a wooden stringer down the middle for strength.
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