ABSTRACT
Every prop shop is as unique as artisans who work in it. Some prop shops share space with other departments. Sharing space is especially helpful when the shops are in close proximity to each other. Temporary tables are useful when a large project needs to sit for a few hours or overnight for glue, paint, coatings, or some other substance to dry. Medical professionals talk about positioning when performing medical or surgical procedures. The goal is to find the optimal position of the patient to view and access the site. Lumber stores, and timber and builders' merchants are obvious places to purchase lumber products as well as the tools and accessories needed to work with them. The Internet is the prop builder's friend. People can find suppliers—including local suppliers—for almost anything. A tool can be hand-powered, pneumatic, or electric. Cutting tools may use a blade or a knife edge. Some tools cut by shearing, such as scissors, snips, or shears.
