Typewriter's pad
It seams not important but a pad dampening typewriter’s noise and vibrations is crucial for peaceful coexistence between the typist and the world around. Especially in public places or in your own kitchen in the evening. Not once was I asked to finish because family was going to sleep.
It can be whatever, just so that it dampens vibrations and noise. There are fancy pads on Etsy which can cost more than a typewriter. I decided to make my own, from scrap pieces of foam and yoga mat.
As simple as it looks: a piece of yoga mat (very soft and spongy) sandwiched between rubberised foam. I like rounded corners so I trimmed them with sharp blade.
Some finishing with sanding blocks so that all three layers blend into common edge.
As a trim and personalisation I added metal plates on each edge. Just for fun. I use old Dymo index-machine from 70’. I discovered by accident that Dymo with steel letter matrix can stamp also on stainless steel and aluminium tapes. There is of course brand new version of this machine, dedicated for metal stamping but it costs a fortune. The one I have I picked from thrift store for peanuts.
Aluminium is easier to work with so I reserve steel only to outdoor projects.
First test. Machine sitting on the pad is Remington Noiseless Portable.
It is indeed almost totally silent while typing now!
Perfect combo for late night consciousness streaming onto paper.