To make an 18 x 12 x 9-in. planter, you need approximately 2 gallons of sifted peat, 2 gallons of perlite, 1-1/3 gallons of Portland cement (about 12 lb.), 1 cup of loosely packed reinforcing fibers, and water. To test for the right consistency, squeeze a handful of mix. You should be able to get only a couple of drops out.Web

Cover filled mold with plastic sheeting and allow concrete to harden in a cool (and level!) location for two days before removing from mold. After demolding, cure stone another week before setting in ground. return to top. NOTE: Moderate temperatures in the 50's and 60's (degrees F) are ideal for curing concrete. During periods of extreme ...Web

Product Details. The HDX 10 ft. x 25 ft. Clear Plastic Sheeting is a general-purpose plastic film for use in a variety of construction and DIY applications. This sheeting can be used as a vapor barrier in between drywall and insulation. Also commonly used as a drop cloth or a temporary cover for equipment and supplies. Made of polyethylene.Web

The outer container should have a shallow cavity, leaving room for the hypertufa to fill. It is essential to line the mold with plastic sheeting, as this can make it hard to remove the mold once it has hardened. To create a unique mold for hypertufa garden or pond, you can use two separate containers.Web

Place it in a plastic bag and place it in a sheltered spot, out of direct sunlight. Overheating in the sun can cause hypertufa to cure unevenly and crack. The plastic allows the mixture to dry slowly and develop its rigidity. Allow for 12 to 36 hours. Test it for doneness by poking the side with your fingernail.Web

After I have formed my hypertufa mixture into a mold, I typically place it inside a bag or wrap it inside some plastic material. If you have small pieces or a big enough plastic bin with a lid, you can set all your pieces unwrapped inside this bin. But the purpose is to create a tent to enable the process of curing to occur.Web

Materials for the Concrete Lighted Step-Spook: a large 2 litre plastic pop bottle (sealed and full of water) Duct tape or packing tape. scissors. approximate 6″ sponge ball (dollar store) paint mix stick. styro meat …Web

Plastic sheeting 11. Wire mesh 12. Seedlings 13. Soil Tools you will Need: 1. HAMMER 2. PAINTBRUSH 3. GLOVES 4. DUST MASK 5. GOGGLES 6. BUCKET OR PAIL 7. …Web

First, un-mold the semi-hard container and remove any plastic sheeting that sticks to it. With your chisel, make a series of marks along the entire container to mimic the tool marks in cut stone. Then use a wire brush to roughen the surface of the hypertufa, and an old paintbrush to remove any clinging bits of sand or other debris.Web

Place the containers inside a plastic garbage bag for hardening in the shade. After 24 hours, remove the plastic inserts. Check the hypertufa. If you can dig a fingernail into the inside of the planter, cover it back up with plastic and let it continue to harden in the shade for another 24 hours. As you wait for the planters to dry, be patient.Web

Wrap the container in the plastic sheeting, and place it in a shady spot for about a day to let it harden. Step 4. Remove the wrapping after the hyper­tufa has had a day to harden. …Web

8 quarts Portland cement and the 1 extra cup. 2 quarts vermiculite (fine) 2 quarts peat moss well sifted. water to mix to the right consistency. cloth scraps (old towel, napkin, washcloth, any fabric) your "tower" you will …Web

Remember, if you decide to go it alone, and dive into creating a planter out of furniture, you must either accept that the weathering of the water and plants will eventually rot away the piece, or you must provide a moisture barrier to protect the furniture. This can be as simple as attaching some plastic sheeting with a staple gun.Web

The faux rocks are formed from a material referred to as hypertufa, which comes from the word "tufa." Tufa is a lightweight, porous rock, and hypertufa is made to resemble it. The basic hypertufa recipe is 1 part course sand, 1 part cement and 1 part peat moss, all of which is mixed with water. The water needs to be added slowly and only to …Web

1. Cover your mold with the plastic on the inside or outside depending on which side you want to use. Tape the plastic down and if using a box use the tape to reinfor ce any weak edges. 2. Put on gloves and masks! 3. Mix 2 parts peat moss with 1 part vermiculite, sand, or perlite. Use the small pail for measuring. 4. Mix in 1 part concrete 5.Web

Hypertufa beats plastic because of its "breathable" quality. The addition of vermiculite, perlite, or sand to the mixture helps to absorb excess water and provides your plant roots with good ventilation. You can also customize drainage by choosing the number and size of drain holes in each planter. Just poke holes in the bottom of your ...Web

Instead, I simply pack hypertufa around an overturned plastic pot or planter. And because it's so easy to work with, hypertufa can be molded into many sizes and shapes. ... Wrap the container in the plastic sheeting, and place it in a shady spot for about a day to let it harden. Step 4.Web

Cover him in some plastic sheeting or bags. I set him on a step so that the length of draping would be proper for his final 'resting place'. Time for a dry-fit. I used 3 pieces of fabric. One for the hood (about 14" x 10") legs/pants (about 14 " x 14") jacket (16" wide x 14" tall) It is very forgivable so a bit larger won't matter. Different ...Web

Wheelbarrow or large plastic tub; Rubber gloves; Face mask; Portland cement; Perlite or vermiculite; Sphagnum peat moss; Polypropylene fiber (available online or building supply retailers) Mold …Web

Hypertuffa recipe: Portland cement peat moss vermiculite paper pulp sand Elmer's wood glue water decorative junk (glass shards, marbles and metal junk) Tools you will need: Large mixing container scoops (a separate one for the cement) water bucket old shower curtain or other protective plastic cover (I used plastic sheeting I found on the ...Web

Wrap the container in plastic sheeting or in plastic bags, and leave it in a shady spot to dry and harden for about 24 hours. Remove the plastic wrapping after the hypertufa has hardened for 24 hours. The container will be firm but will still be soft enough to be pliable. Brush the sharp edges and smooth the top, if desired.Web

Cut open the bag of powdered mix and gently empty into a plastic bucket. Stir the powder for a minute or so to ensure that the contents are evenly mixed. Avoid breathing the dust and touching the mix; we recommend using a dust mask and latex gloves. Then scoop out six level tablespoons of the powder and set aside.Web

Your mold should be lined with a piece of plastic sheeting as you begin to build your hypertufa container. Using one hand on the outside of your mold for support, place handfuls of the mix on the bottom and insides of your form. Make the bottom about 2" to 3" thick and the sides 1" to 2" thick. Tamp in place to eliminate any air pocketsWeb

Homemade Hypertufa Planter. Hypertufa planters make fascinating and utilitarian garden accents. These lightweight earthy vessels look like stone, are ideal for alpine plants, and evoke a sense of rusticity and mystery. ... plastic liner, sheeting or bag; a sturdy base slightly larger than your mold; three to four 1/4" to 1/2" (6mm to 13mm) dia ...Web

Sphagnum peat moss Concrete dye Synthetic concrete reinforcement fibers A plastic mold, such as a large bowl, a litter tray or a dish pan 1mm or thicker plastic …Web

STEP 2. Mix 1 part Portland cement, 1/3 part peat moss, and 1/4 part coarse perlite. We add water until the wet concrete slowly falls off our shovel. STEP 3. We pour about 2 inches of concrete into the bottom of the frame. STEP 4. Place another large sheet of plastic on the inside of the frame.Web

Before you begin, assemble the supplies you will need. Here are the essentials necessary for use in most hypertufa projects: 1. Large container for mixing the hypertufa 2. Spade or trowel 3. Mold 4. Plastic sheeting for lining the mold 5. Dust mask 6. Rubber gloves 7. Tamping stick 8. Wire brush …

Hypertufa looks like stone but weighs less and takes whatever shape you want Hypertufa containers are great to use as plant pots, escpecial for rock garden pla. Simple method to make make …Web

If you want to form your hypertufa over a something like a metal bowl, place plastic between the metal and the mixture. Find two similarly shaped but different size boxes or plastic tubs, so that the …Web

To make large hypertufa planters, follow these steps: Gather your materials: You will need Portland cement, peat moss, perlite or vermiculite, water, a large container or mold, a smaller container (such as a plastic pot) to create the cavity, plastic sheeting or trash bags, gloves, a trowel, and a mixing container.Web