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PutzinVT
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Still.. alot of windows.

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Laurie
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Howard, thanks again for posting the directions and sources. Steve, thanks for the procedure.
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WOW Howard this is really something!!


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I wanted to ask you how did you apply the sand?
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Lynn wrote:
I wanted to ask you how did you apply the sand?

doing something a little different this time...i'm sprinkling on the sand (actually it's birdcage gravel) over white glue...(just like applying glitter or mica flakes)...however...i'm applying the sand/glue directly onto the raw cardboard...then adding the primer and paint...the primer and finish coats of paint really seal the sand to the surface...and i don't notice as many (if any) granules flaking off...Howard...

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Good thinking Howard anything to stop the finishing product from flaking off. :D
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good afternoon to all...

after many, many hours..."Upton Hall Abbey" is finished...i'll let the pictures tell the story...except for a couple of notes...

i want to add a flag of some kind to the top of the center tower...may add a pair of black iron wall lamps by the front door...

you can't see the roof in these pictures...but it's a very dark green...

now...it's time to take a few days off before starting another project...much smaller and simpler of course... :lol:

my very best regards...howard...


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Love everything about this Howard! Amazing job.. the finish is perfect. Congrats! You're a real inspiration.
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It is magnificent. What a beautiful project.
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WOW WOW WOW A fabulous and imposing structure .. the epitome of any putz creation, old or new... you have raised the bar to incredible heights,
Howard. Congratulations on a superlative job! I remain,

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