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July 22, 2009
Thanks Hank. The top 1/3rd is concrete and the flair is clever, but essential as the legs are flaired out at the bottom.
July 8, 2009
I liked the way the tower flares from bottom to top, and the cantilever steps are a very nice touch. Hank
July 5, 2009
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July 1, 2009
The sprayer/carver looks 500 year old when he's finished too , This particular ceiling was was already shaped, but as the Decopierre is sprayed on, it can be made from sections (almost hexagonal). We did a half circle castle for an exhibition, but t…
June 30, 2009
A photo by Pete johnson was featured
Concrete water tower was on four legs, filled in with concrete block and decopierre added (Tuscany).
June 30, 2009
Great job..Very authentic ...Was the ceiling shape already there??
June 29, 2009
nice work, look like 500 years old
June 29, 2009
Thanks, done with pigments in water, and a spray gun prior to carving. Mon A.M. Just finished a small job this morning, but as customers are given what they ask for??!!, I will not be using the pictures of that one... ugh! No accounting for personal…
June 29, 2009
Very Nice Pete.... I love the subtle color changes
June 28, 2009
great work, i must get into this format.
June 28, 2009
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June 28, 2009
Thanks David, The product allows 2-3 hours of workability, and then can be carved with a high speed grinder, chisel and screwdriver. The ceilings are hard on the back and arms, but these types of cellars are common in France. Doing a similar job in…
June 28, 2009
This is the other one, Pete. Nice work overall, but the keystone is a real eye catcher. Great focal-point. Thanks for sharing the pics.
June 26, 2009
Very, very cool. Looks like a cozy office in the catacombs. Great work, and I was also impressed with another of your photo's with a unique keystone. I'll go find it and comment on it too. You could share any secrets if you so desired.
June 26, 2009
Interesting stuff Pete, what kind of material is it that you carve? Looks very authentic, and old. Stone
May 9, 2009

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Have you purchased and are a member of the Vertical Artisans Subscription Site?
No
What arena are you in?
Hand Carved Vertical, Faux Finishing
What are you doing to succeed in a slow market?
As much as possible, UK is very very slow zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
Do you want more information on various types of training?
Yes
How did you hear about this forum?
Searching Concrete BUZZ site
What states are you willing to work in?
a terrible state
What is your company website?
http://www.decopierre.co.uk
Are there any areas that you specialize in?
Limestone spray on stone effect carving
Are there special products or favorites that you like to use, If so what are they?
Decopierre

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