yes its a compliment (with a twist of sarcasm for good measure) - I was in two minds to laminate up the foam sheets I had exactly as you did but in a rash moment sliced them up for a different kind of experiment (you'll see, i hope to get that one underway very soon) - therefore, I'm real impressed with your progress and enthusiasm on this one.
Which, being a Brit gives me an excuse to feel mildly pissed off!!!