Plumb Slate Cave Build

[Skirge]

Plum Slate Cave Build

Just bought a big bag of plum slate from Homebase £5.99 and got a massive tube of tank silicone.. now then one big structure I think.
Will post pics along the way.

 

[scatz]

sounds interesting, will look forward to seeing what you can come up with

 

[Skirge]

Going to need more silicone :lol: and at £6 a tube it may have been cheaper to buy a ready built one

At least this way we can get what we want, maybe 3 caves along the bottom first then build up.

 

[FF MkII]

cant wait to see what you come up with.
It doesnt always matter if its more expensive to make you own, you can do it how you want! enjoy

 

[RobHarrison]

I have tried making caves with slate chippings myself in the past and have never really come up with anything id be proud with, the best way to make caves would be to buy slate or another kind of stone floor tiles and then get a tile cutter for the best results, i personally stick to buying off people who use this method and sell via forums and other sites as the tile cutters can cost £50 plus the stone and the silicone unless you plan on making lots and lots id say it was better to buy of someone.

billyjimbo on here makes some really good caves it would be worth sending him a message if you required any

 

[Skirge]

Cheers.. we its our first go and we are NOT going to rush it :lol: step by step letting the silicone set properly on each stage. I think it will take 2 - 3 weeks to get it done right.
Just hope it looks good at the end

 

[RobHarrison]

Well i wish you the best of look, if you do make a good cave hope you post some photos

 

[Skirge]

Well i wish you the best of look, if you do make a good cave hope you post some photos

Thanks.. I will take photo's at different stages.. will upload some tomorrow

 

[Joby]

Look forward to seeing the finished masterpiece

 

[Skirge]

"masterpiece" lol I would lower your expectations... that way it will be less of a shock
:lol:

 

[Doodles]

lol, good luck, look forward to pics too:yes:

 

[Skirge]

Well 3 rows of slate and one thing is for sure...................it will sink no problem :lol:

 

[Tener ds]

Well 3 rows of slate and one thing is for sure...................it will sink no problem :lol:

i like the idea of doin this.i might do this to my edge when is re-done.keep us updated with pics skirge.:thumbup:

 

[dirty]

Do something like this

http://www.planetcatfish.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=20713&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=0

 

[Breamlegend]

http://www.tool-net.co.uk/p-324033/everbuild-everflex-aqua-mate-silicone-sealant-translucent-310ml.html

You can get it cheaper than six pound. Make sure use it in a well ventilated area as the acetic fumes are not good for your health.

 

[Skirge]

Oh great thanks.. yeah the fumes I was happy in my work lol

 

[Skirge]

Going to be a while before this is done.. ordered my tubes of silicone (thanks Breamlegend) a great site.
So in the mean time with what silicone I had left I have cut a 6" length of 1.1/2" black PVC pipe, bunged an end but left little holes and am now going to start to cover it with some smaller bits of plum slate.

 

[Skirge]

About to be washed again then added to tank.. just a quick make until we can carry on with the bigger structure.

PVC PIPE & PLUM SLATE CAVE

 

[Tener ds]

nice.

 

[Lornek8]

Uh, you should let it cure for a few days (at least) before it goes into the tank. Generally if it smells don't risk it. Says it cures in 24 hours but usually takes longer.