What Is Rosco FlexCoat?
Rosco FlexCoat is a flexible, water-based scenic coating designed for foam, fabric, sculpted surfaces, soft props and touring scenery that needs to bend, flex or take impact without cracking. It’s widely used by scenic artists, prop builders and fabricators who need a tough coating that moves with the substrate instead of breaking apart.
In brief: FlexCoat is the flexible alternative to rigid hard coats like Foamcoat. It provides a durable, rubberised surface ideal for props, soft scenery, flexible foam, floorcloths, touring sets and impact-prone elements.
Why Choose FlexCoat?
Most scenic hard coats cure rigid — great for durability, not so great for movement. FlexCoat solves this by drying into a flexible, impact-resistant coating that can handle:
- Repeated bending and flexing
- Touring, packing and transport
- Soft props and stunt-safe pieces
- Foam elements that need to compress and rebound
- Floorcloths and walkable scenic surfaces
Instead of cracking when the material flexes, the coating stretches with the surface. This is why FlexCoat is a go-to in theatre, touring productions, children’s installations, museums and themed attractions.
What Does FlexCoat Stick To?
FlexCoat bonds well to:
- XPS and EPS foam
- Flexible foam and upholstery foam
- Fabric (muslin, canvas, drop materials)
- Soft props and scenic elements
- Primed wood and plastics
- Carved or sculpted surfaces
Finish & Paintability
FlexCoat dries to a tough, flexible, slightly textured matte surface. Once dry, it accepts Rosco scenic paints and most acrylics extremely well. It can be brushed, rolled or applied with a texture roller depending on the look you want.
When Should You Use FlexCoat Instead of Foamcoat?
FlexCoat is the better choice when your build:
- Needs to flex or bend
- Is handled roughly or transported often
- Is part of a touring production
- Is fabric-based or flexible foam
- Must be safe for performers (stunts, impact, physical interaction)
For rigid architectural features, rockwork, sculpture or outdoor foam builds, use Foamcoat. For flexible, soft or high-impact builds, use FlexCoat.