# Track materials and build tools
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Before you start to construct you track, get the following materials and tools ready.

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## Materials you may need
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## Tools you may need
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## Materials you may need
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To build a track, you need the following materials:
+ For track borders: 

  You can create a track with tape that is about 2-inches wide and white or off-white color against the dark-colored track surface. For a dark surface, use a white or off-white tape. For example, [1.88 inch width, pearl white duct tape](https://www.amazon.com/Scotch-Pearl-White-1-88-Inch-20-Yard/dp/B003YHBU1O) or [1.88 inch (less sticky) masking tape](https://www.amazon.com/Industrial-Masking-Multi-Use-1-88In-60Yard/dp/B07G9VFC4D).
+ For track surface: 

  You can create a track on a dark-colored hard floor such as hardwood, carpet, concrete, or [asphalt felt](https://www.amazon.com/30-ASTM-D-226-DADE-CNTY/dp/B000FCIONS/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1549398905&sr=8-12&keywords=roofing+paper). The latter mimics the real-world road surface with minimal reflection. [Interlocked foam or rubber pads](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013A4ATCQ?ref_=ams_ad_dp_ttl&th=1) are also good options. 

  

## Tools you may need
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The following tools are either required or helpful to design and build your track:
+ Tape measure and scissors

  A good tape measure and a pair of scissors are essential for building your track. If you don't already have one, you can order [a tape measure here](https://www.amazon.com/Stanley-33-425-Powerlock-25-Foot-Measuring/dp/B00002X2GQ) or [scissors here](https://www.amazon.com/Fiskars-01-004761J-Softgrip-Scissors-Stainless/dp/B002YIP97K/).
+ Optional design tools

  To design your own track, you might need a [protractor,](https://www.amazon.com/Sparco-Plastic-Protractor-6-Inch-SPR01490/dp/B009Z0QIRA/ref=sr_1_4?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1549393959&sr=1-4&keywords=protractor) a [ruler](https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Pen-Architectural-Triangular-Architecture/dp/B07DNHCMS7/ref=sr_1_9?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1549394062&sr=1-9&keywords=ruler), a [pencil](https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Wood-cased-Pencils-Box-144/dp/B0188A3QRM/ref=sr_1_4_acs_sk_pb_1_sl_4?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1549394147&sr=1-4-acs&keywords=pencil), a [knife](https://www.amazon.com/X-Acto-XZ3601-X-ACTO-Knife-Safety/dp/B005KRSWM6/ref=sr_1_8?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1549394213&sr=1-8&keywords=knife) and a [compass](https://www.amazon.com/Professional-JARLINK-Geometry-Precision-Measuring/dp/B07F6QJLGB/ref=sr_1_22?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1549394281&sr=1-22&keywords=compass).