Growbars

× 20

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Materials

  • FloPlast 65mm Square Line Downpipe 2.5m × 7

  • Sealant+adhesive, white × 2

  • DIAM 4mm Hose × 1

  • 70mm PVCu Plastic Strip × 2.8 meters

Tools / Settings

  • Hacksaw, fine

  • Sealant Applicator gun

  • Mitre box

  • Electric drill

  • Holesaw, 50mm

  • Drillbit, 4mm, 8mm

Method

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  1. Cut to size growbar(80cm sections).

  2. Cut to size hose (30cm sections).

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  1. Cut to size end caps (70mm squares).

  2. Draw hole cutting points (every 10cms on growbar, 7 holes per growbar).

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  1. Predrill with 8mm drill bit.

  2. Drill plant holes with a hole saw.

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  1. Drill tube holes on one side of the growbar (8mm on top, 4mm on bottom).

  2. Glue on end caps.

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  1. Glue in tubes.

  2. Let dry for 24 hours.

  3. Test for leaks.

  4. In case of leaks, smear more glue over the leaking area