Michael: I found pre-cast concrete forms at Home Depot which are perfect
for your stands. They have a slot for a 4 X 4 post.
After inserting the 4 X 4, you can keep the post from wobbling by driving a
wedge between the post and the concrete.
As for the slate platform idea, you have to be concerned about the heat
radiation thrown up on hot days. Ever walk on slate on a hot day with bare
feet? If your feet won't stand it, neither will your trees. Just build a
simple wood platform out of 2 X 4s. Joint the pieces with two 2 X 2s
underneath the platform.
Marty
----- Original Message -----
From: "Michael Pollock"
To:
Sent: Monday, April 28, 2003 10:16 AM
Subject: [IBC] Constructing display posts


I'm thinking of adding display posts to my backyard (often called Monkey
posts, although I've never known why). Anyone have any construction
advice? I was thinking of using treated lumber for the verticals and
pieces of slate (which I have on hand) for the horizontal surfaces. How
would I secure the slate if I made them this way?

Thanks for your help,

Mike Pollock
Westchester County, NY, Zone 6 "ish"
Webmaster for www.yamakibonsai.org


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