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david briggs Fl
01-19-2010, 10:16 AM
I've been asked to build a 8' cross covered with styrofoam for my church. Any input would be appreciated. If the length is 8' how long should the cross beam be?
Scott Hildenbrand
01-19-2010, 10:24 AM
Size is always subjective in crosses and there is no set dimension. More often than not they're either 1:2 or 1:3, which deals strictly with the length of the lower section.
The following represents blocks @ 12" square.
http://thecrossweb.com/images/Made/how%20to%20make%20a%20cross/wooden%20cross%20pattern.jpg
Mike Henderson
01-19-2010, 10:26 AM
I'd measure the span of your arms held out from your sides, then add a little bit. I don't think the length is critical. It's symbolic, rather than functional (at least I hope so).:)
Mike
Cliff Holmes
01-19-2010, 10:39 AM
covered with styrofoam
:confused:
harry strasil
01-19-2010, 10:45 AM
this is the general standard,
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v81/irnsrgn/smithing/cross2.jpg
david briggs Fl
01-19-2010, 10:49 AM
The styrofoam is for pinning prayer request to the cross.
harry strasil
01-19-2010, 10:53 AM
Cork would be a better alternative and it will last much longer and hold the pins better. FWIW
Scott Hildenbrand
01-19-2010, 10:57 AM
Cork would be a better alternative and it will last much longer and hold the pins better. FWIW
+1
If still considering foam, do NOT use Styrofoam.. Pick up some sheet insulation instead.. 1/2" thick is all that's needed. If it can be attached in a manner in which it's replaceable that would be great.. IE screws or such.
Will this be covered in a fabric, or just painted? If just painted.. +5 for cork.
Jamie Buxton
01-19-2010, 11:20 AM
Cork would be a better alternative and it will last much longer and hold the pins better. FWIW
If you make the cork layer thick enough to hold pins -- say 3/8" -- that turns out to be a spendy choice. Most commercial bulletin boards are actually a thinner layer of cork over something that looks like Homosote. The thin layer of cork looks good, and is self-healing. The homosote keeps the cost down. A good source for cork is http://www.jelinek.com/
david briggs Fl
01-19-2010, 1:20 PM
Our paster wants this done before Sunday, so I need to find materials available locally. Cork is a good idea if I can find it at Lowe's at a price the Church is willing to pay.
Scott Hildenbrand
01-19-2010, 7:43 PM
Won't find cork at Lowes, at least not the way you need it..
Question still remains, what were you going to cover the foam with?
Jon Lanier
01-19-2010, 9:34 PM
Try Cork or ceiling tile.
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