Are the tools reusable?
Yes! We have designed all Makedo tools and connectors to be reusable. Simply unscrew the Scrus from an existing creation and use them again and again!
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About the Tools
FAQs about the Makedo tool system.
What is Makedo?
Makedo is a cardboard construction tool system that is open-ended and easy to use. Makedo allows you to build imaginative and useful creations out of recycled cardboard. What inspired the creation of Makedo?. Makedo strives to support children and ad
Is Makedo made from recycled plastic?
Makedo tools and connectors are made in China. We use the following types of plastic material, each selected for functional suitability:. * Spin-Hinge assembly includes small quantities of Nylon and Iron. The Makedo Safe-Saw and Fold-Roller feature b
Why is the Makedo Scru blue?
There are three reasons we chose the Scru colour:
Are the old and new versions of Makedo compatible?
We have been building with cardboard for many years, and the Makedo tools and connectors have steadily evolved over time.This article focuses on the Makedo connectors. The Pin & ClipThe early generation Pin & Clip connector was discontinued back in 2
What materials are Makedo tools made from?
Makedo tools and connectors are made in China. We use the following types of plastic material, each selected for functional suitability:. * Spin-Hinge assembly includes small quantities of Nylon and Iron. The Makedo Safe-Saw and Fold-Roller feature b
Which cardboard works well with Makedo?
Makedo tools and connectors are specifically designed to be used with standard corrugated cardboard, a readily available three-layer packaging material consisting of an outer and inner layer of sturdy kraft paper with a fluted layer in between:. The
Can you explain the Makedo tools?
Makedo tools are designed for little hands to be able to use them easily. The Safe-Saw™ allows kids to saw and punch cardboard without the need to give them sharp pointy tools. Our specially designed Scru and Scru-Driver make connecting layers of car
Who designed and created Makedo?
Makedo was invented and designed by Paul Justin (PJ), an industrial designer based in Melbourne, Australia, in response to requests from his kids to help them make ‘props’ for their imaginative play. Learn more about the Makedo story here.