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PP Prikli Pear Tiki Socialite New Braunfels, Texas Joined: Jan 04, 2017 Posts: 982	PP Prikli Pear Posted posted on Thu, Oct 31, 2019 12:59 PM W8N2Surf, thanks! I'm still kinda stunned how it just fell into my lap. I was fully resigned to building one on my own, which as a practical matter, means I wouldn't be anywhere close to having one yet! :lol: Hiltiki, much appreciated! To be honest, that color coordination is a fortuitous happenstance. There were several booths to choose from at that Fuddrucker's. There was a gorgeous maroon one I would've gotten, except for the fact it was in questionable condition. Structural issues, etc. There was a red booth that was in great shape, but it looked way too 1950s. The green was my default, since green is more of a tropical/tiki color. Maybe my subconscious was already planning this? I dunno, but it makes me look all clever and stuff. :wink: MaukaHale, appreciate the kind words! I think that corner is the most old-school part of my build. Once I get the floating deck built and awning up, it think it's gonna be out of this world! Jimsflies, picking them up in person is the smart way to do it. You'll save a ton on shipping that way. I don't have much additional advice beyond the fact that these are the real deal, and as such, are heavy. Hanging and working with them was awkward without a second pair of hands, which is why I came up with the temporary zip tie placement. I needed something quick, strong and adjustable so I could ensure the placement was correct (and the tile didn't fall and break! :cry: ). The zip tie accomplished that, whereas when I tried to tie it up with wire to start with... well, that was awkward and I knew pretty quickly I'd need to figure something else out. Laying the bamboo frame flat on the floor, fastening everything together, then moving into the upright position might be an easier alternative for some, but for me it wasn't in the cards. But overall, the tiles add a certain gravitas to the place I hadn't anticipated. There's something about them that is more substantive than bamboo or torches or whathaveyou. I'd absolutely find a place for a dozen more if I had 'em, which I don't. I wish I'd paid more attention to the mounting of them at the Mai Kai. My knotwork is okay, but could definitely be better. ~Jayme Lagoon of Mystery http://www.JaymeBlaschke.com [ Edited by: Prikli Pear 2019-10-31 13:02 ]

W8N2Surf, thanks! I'm still kinda stunned how it just fell into my lap. I was fully resigned to building one on my own, which as a practical matter, means I wouldn't be anywhere close to having one yet! :lol:

Hiltiki, much appreciated! To be honest, that color coordination is a fortuitous happenstance. There were several booths to choose from at that Fuddrucker's. There was a gorgeous maroon one I would've gotten, except for the fact it was in questionable condition. Structural issues, etc. There was a red booth that was in great shape, but it looked way too 1950s. The green was my default, since green is more of a tropical/tiki color. Maybe my subconscious was already planning this? I dunno, but it makes me look all clever and stuff. :wink:

MaukaHale, appreciate the kind words! I think that corner is the most old-school part of my build. Once I get the floating deck built and awning up, it think it's gonna be out of this world!

Jimsflies, picking them up in person is the smart way to do it. You'll save a ton on shipping that way. I don't have much additional advice beyond the fact that these are the real deal, and as such, are heavy. Hanging and working with them was awkward without a second pair of hands, which is why I came up with the temporary zip tie placement. I needed something quick, strong and adjustable so I could ensure the placement was correct (and the tile didn't fall and break! :cry: ). The zip tie accomplished that, whereas when I tried to tie it up with wire to start with... well, that was awkward and I knew pretty quickly I'd need to figure something else out. Laying the bamboo frame flat on the floor, fastening everything together, then moving into the upright position might be an easier alternative for some, but for me it wasn't in the cards. But overall, the tiles add a certain gravitas to the place I hadn't anticipated. There's something about them that is more substantive than bamboo or torches or whathaveyou. I'd absolutely find a place for a dozen more if I had 'em, which I don't. I wish I'd paid more attention to the mounting of them at the Mai Kai. My knotwork is okay, but could definitely be better.

~Jayme

Lagoon of Mystery
http://www.JaymeBlaschke.com

[ Edited by: Prikli Pear 2019-10-31 13:02 ]

Post #798383 by Prikli Pear on Thu, Oct 31, 2019 12:59 PM