Hi, I'm doing a 6-8-10-12 imbc with polystyrene separators!
similar style to this,
http://mywoodworkingsolutions.blogspot.com.au/2012/03/floating-cake-stand-assembly-guide.html?m=1
How do I prevent the buttercream sticking to the polystyrene above it?
Thanks for your help!
I always add a layer of cardboard to the bottom of any dummy layers. If you are doing traditional pillaring instead of the way the photo shows (a lot more unneeded work for this style of cake IMHO) then it will prevent the dowels from sinking into the softer material and make it food safe. Then use whatever method (or non-method) you usually use.
Thanks what is the best way to achieve this look in the simplest way?
I thought it would be best to use styrofoam dummies instead of the building it out of timber!
How do I prevent the buttercream sticking to the polystyrene above it?
Waxed paper or powdered sugar.
Yep, styro dummies. You need supports under them, but not supports inside them to hold up the tier above. I like a couple of center dowels all the way through to make transporting in one piece safer.
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