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Old 03-03-2008, 08:25 PM
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I am making a concrete based display that will be wall mounted. It will contain lighting, flowing water, and possibly misting. It'll prolly weigh in at just under 90 lbs. I am going to build it so it will support 1 mounted chid, and 2 that will be potted. I am thinking that a mirror behind the mounted one would look good and reflect a bit of light as well. There will be water flowing on the right and left sides of the mount providing some humidity as well. 2 plants will be planted below the water flow. Lights will be ran on a timer. I'm thinking of running the water pump 24/7 as this only draws minimal amperage.
Size will be about 2' x 3'.
Pics to follow soon.
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Old 03-03-2008, 08:59 PM
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Anxiously awaiting pics!
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Old 03-03-2008, 09:45 PM
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Here are a few pics of progress. This is gonna be an on going project (bare with me). There will be a pond as well.
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Old 03-18-2008, 11:30 PM
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couple of updated pics.
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Old 03-23-2008, 11:52 PM
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Lower section pulled out of the mold this evening. Still needs polishing, a coat of sealer, and some wax.
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Old 03-23-2008, 11:55 PM
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Wow! That's quite an undertaking!
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Old 03-23-2008, 11:59 PM
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It's alot of work, I hope that It turns out!!!
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Awesome! Keep the coming!

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Old 03-25-2008, 12:18 AM
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I pulled the mid-section out of the mold tonight. Notice how much darker this is than the lower section. Once everything dehydrates/cures completley, Hopefully they'll match.

The hanging epoxy in the center, represents the mounted chid. There will be a mirror located behind it when finished.
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Old 03-25-2008, 06:47 AM
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Incredible job
So .. which orchids will get a new happy home ?
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