Architectural Foam and Art

What Architectural Foam and Art does

Architectural Foam and Art is a Clearwater, Florida-based manufacturer of architectural trim and decorative elements fabricated from EPS (expanded polystyrene) foam, founded in 2002 by an artist and operating with approximately 6 employees. The company uses C-Bead EPS foam at 1.5 lbs per cubic foot density, which it cuts with computer-aided design and cutting systems after a hand-drafting conceptual phase, and can apply polyurethane or epoxy protective coatings plus water-based paints or faux finishes (wood, concrete, stucco, metal). It maintains a catalog of more than 500 product designs across roughly 30 categories, including columns, caps and bases, crown moldings, medallions, corbels, brackets, shutters, wall caps, window trim, faux beams, balustrades, fireplace mantels, and ceiling tiles, alongside custom one-off commissions such as sculptures, theater props, yard art, and large-scale replicas (a life-size Boeing 737 cockpit and a 10-foot rearing stallion are cited as flagship projects).

The company sells to four primary customer segments — homeowners, contractors, architects, and artists — through a direct-to-consumer go-to-market motion centered on its website, phone inquiries, and free estimates. Products are offered in three tiers: raw foam for customer finishing, pre-coated foam sealed against weather, and fully finished and painted foam delivered ready for installation, with turnarounds ranging from 1-4 days (raw) to 5-21 business days (finished). In the Tampa Bay region, the company provides professional installation services coordinated with contractor schedules; outside that region, products are shipped to all 50 U.S. states. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with the homeowner-facing Curb Appeal Package positioned under $1,000 as an entry-level anchor.

Architectural Foam and Art is privately held, independently owned (Sharon Dixon is identified as the owner), bootstrapped with no disclosed funding rounds, institutional investors, or parent company. Named commercial customers include Busch Gardens, Brevard Zoo (a $2.5 million 'Paws On' exhibit), National Beverage, Wuesthoff Hospital, and a historic church in Cocoa, Florida, alongside a long tail of residential and small-contractor orders. The company holds no patents, trademarks, or formal certifications, and operates with a single Clearwater headquarters and showroom at 1611 N Hercules Ave.

Name

Architectural Foam and Art

Legal name

Architectural Foam and Art

Website

https://architecturalfoamandart.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Architectural Foam and Art is a Clearwater, Florida-based manufacturer founded in 2002 that designs, fabricates, and ships EPS foam architectural trim and custom foam art to homeowners, contractors, architects, and artists across all 50 U.S. states, with local installation in the Tampa Bay area.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Foam Products

NAICS

Polystyrene Foam Product Manufacturing (326140)

SIC

Plastics Foam Products (3086)

akta.pro primary industry

Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Foam Manufacturing (IMANAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Polymer Foams & Cellular Materials (PU Foams, EPS/XPS, Structural Foams) (IMAEANAL), Foam Conversion & Fabrication (Cutting, Laminating, CNC, Packaging Inserts) (IMANAIAJ)

Keywords

• Architectural foam products
• Decorative trim manufacturing
• Custom foam fabrication
• EPS foam molding
• Foam art sculptures

Headquarters

HQ city

Clearwater

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Foam Products Sales: Sale of architectural foam products including columns, caps, bases, medallions, crown moldings, window trim, shutters, and other decorative trim pieces. Products available as raw foam, pre-coated, or fully finished and painted ready-for-installation.
2. Custom Foam Art Projects: Custom design and creation of unique foam pieces including sculptures, carvings, reliefs, trophies, yard art, props, and artistic installations. Includes custom projects like Boeing 737 cockpit replicas, 3D signs, and custom sculptures.
3. Installation Services: Professional installation of foam products available in the Tampa Bay area, coordinating with contractor schedules for seamless job site installation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Architectural Foam and Art manufactures and sells expanded polystyrene (EPS) C-Bead foam architectural trim and decorative elements — including columns, crown moldings, medallions, brackets, corbels, shutters, wall caps, window trim, and keystones — for residential and commercial applications. The company also designs and fabricates custom foam art projects (sculptures, props, signs, reliefs) and offers professional installation services in the Tampa Bay area, with products shipped nationwide.

Product overview

Architectural Foam and Art is a Clearwater, Florida-based manufacturer of architectural foam products for residential and commercial applications, operating since 2002. The company's core offering is EPS (expanded polystyrene) C-Bead foam architectural trim and decorative elements, with a catalog of over 500 foam products across approximately 30 product categories. Core product categories include columns, caps and bases, crown moldings, medallions, shutters, wall caps, window sills, window trim, brackets, corbels, decorative borders, eaves, keystones, letters/symbols, and faux beams. The company also produces custom artistic foam projects including sculptures, theater props, yard art, and large-scale custom creations. Products are offered in three forms: raw foam (for customer finishing), pre-coated foam (polyurethane/epoxy sealed), and finished painted foam (ready for installation). The company also provides foam installation services in the Tampa Bay area. Notable past projects include a life-size Boeing 737 airplane cockpit, a 10-foot tall rearing stallion, F15 fighter jet replica, F1 race car, theater props for plays and musicals, and custom signs for Busch Gardens and Brevard Zoo.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Architectural Foam Trim Products EPS (expanded polystyrene) C-Bead foam architectural trim and decorative elements including columns, caps, bases, crown moldings, medallions, corbels, brackets, shutters, wall caps, window sills, window trim, keystones, decorative borders, eaves, and letters/symbols for residential and commercial buildings. Available in raw, pre-coated, or fully finished/painted ready-to-install forms.
• Custom Foam Art Projects Custom design and fabrication of unique foam pieces including sculptures, carvings, reliefs, trophies, yard art, play spaces, theater props, festival sets, life-size yard art, and custom 3D business signs. Past projects include a life-size Boeing 737 cockpit replica, a 10 ft tall rearing stallion, F15 fighter jet replica, F1 race car replica, and 6 ft tall custom beverage bottles.
• Foam Installation Services Professional installation of foam trim and custom foam products in the Tampa Bay area, including coordination with contractor schedules for seamless job site installation.
• Curb Appeal Package Special home improvement package that bundles exterior architectural foam products (such as trim, window sills, and decorative elements) to enhance the front-of-home curb appeal at a cost-effective price point.

Quantifiable outcome

• Under $1,000 for dramatic front-of-home changes
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Focal Point Products: A national manufacturer of architectural products including urethane and polymer-based columns, balustrades, and mouldings. Comparable as a larger, more established player offering similar architectural decorative trim with broader channel distribution including big-box retail.
• Decorators Supply Corp: Long-established Chicago-based manufacturer of architectural ornaments including plaster, composition, and foam products. A broader incumbent serving the historical restoration, commercial, and high-end residential market with similar product categories (columns, cornices, brackets, capitals).
• Foam Factory: A larger, broader foam products company offering EPS, polyurethane, and polyethylene foam products including custom-cut foam for packaging, acoustic, and specialty applications. Comparable EPS fabrication capabilities though serving a wider set of end markets.

Emerging players

• Premier Building Systems: Specialty foam fabricator offering architectural elements and custom EPS shapes for commercial and residential applications. Comparable as a smaller-scale emerging player focused on custom architectural foam work and specialty fabrication.

Direct peers

• Melton Classics: Manufacturer of architectural foam columns, capitals, balustrades, and decorative elements for residential and commercial projects. Direct competitor in the architectural ornament category with comparable product lines and customer base of contractors and homeowners.
• Universal Foam Products: EPS foam manufacturer and fabricator offering architectural shapes, custom-cut foam, and protective packaging. Comparable as both a raw EPS supplier and a fabricator of custom architectural components serving builders, contractors, and OEMs.
• Architectural Foam Concepts: A direct competitor manufacturing architectural EPS foam columns, moldings, and trim with faux finishes. Operates with similar product offerings (architectural ornaments, faux wood beams, balustrades) targeting homeowners and contractors for residential and commercial applications.
• Ornamental Mouldings: Manufacturer and distributor of architectural mouldings and millwork including foam-based and polymer-based products. Direct competitor offering decorative trim, columns, and architectural elements to contractors and builders.

Regional players

• Touchstone Foam Industries: Texas-based EPS foam manufacturer producing custom architectural shapes, packaging, and insulation products. Comparable in EPS fabrication capabilities and architectural product offerings but primarily serves the Texas and Southwest regional market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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