Clay cave DIY?

[Psylant]

Interesting idea, coolkeith. I think I may try a fiberglass and cement combination, sealed with clear epoxy. I'll have to see what's available locally this week.

 

[coolkeith]

Interesting idea, coolkeith. I think I may try a fiberglass and cement combination, sealed with clear epoxy. I'll have to see what's available locally this week.

Just keep in mind, regular concrete mixes don't work to well. The aggregates they put in them are too large , which create voids in the forms. Whereas Quikwall pours and spreads like a liquid, and is fiber reinforced.

 

[Psylant]

I was going to try using this:

http://www.quikrete.com/ProductLines/QuikwallSurfaceBondingCement.asp

 

[coolkeith]

Yup, that's the stuff. If you look at the data sheet it is USDA approved. Can be used for waterproofing farm water storage tanks, but I'd seal it with epoxy resin anyway.

 

[Psylant]

Glad to hear someone else has used this with some success! I'll keep you guys posted as this progresses.

 

[Psylant]

Here are the only pictures I have so far, using the quikcrete method. Many, many more coats to come!

 

[coolkeith]

Ah.

 

[Psylant]

Can anyone recommend a good sealant to use? Preferably clear if possible. Need quite a bit of it.

 

[coolkeith]

Max ACR Epoxy Resin is what I've been using. It's made specifically for "Aquarium Construction" and doesn't stink bad when it's curing like most epoxy resins.

 

[Psylant]

Max ACR Epoxy Resin is what I've been using. It's made specifically for "Aquarium Construction" and doesn't stink bad when it's curing like most epoxy resins.

Woah... I don't want to pay $200+ just for a sealer... Is there anything else out there? I can't seem to find it anywhere other than ebay...