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  • oasiscdm
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    Sharkey

    It is a shoe in - IT WILL WIN...........

    It is an amazing setting

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  • Sharkey
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    I haven't had much time to do any more work on finishing the oven. I have played around with lighting though and nearly have it right. This is how it looks now.



    The company that built the sail have entered it in the Specialised Textile Association national awards. We have also had them build another awning over the back door of our house.
    Last edited by Sharkey; 01-05-2018, 08:11 PM.

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  • Drac
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    It's really come a long way since we saw you last. Love the shade and decking.

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  • the_dr_masuess
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    Still one of the coolest builds. I love the sail. I have a pretty large area which I am going to have to cover. Most common here is a pergola which is probably what I'll choose to go with but we'll see. I'll have to explore other options like this too.

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  • cleverdick
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    I can't believe I missed this thread before - what in incredible piece of work! I mean, there are some pretty stunning WFOs on display at this forum, but this is at a whole new level.

    I have to say though, I think I preferred the brick outer arch on display - and what was the significance (if any) of the keystone sitting proud? (I've seen this on buildings - is it the signature of a master mason or something?)

    I'm truly impressed (and ever so slightly jealous)! :P)
    Last edited by cleverdick; 12-27-2014, 01:49 PM.

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  • fornax hominus
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    Spectacular Sharkey ! And no snow load to worry about!

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  • aceves
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    Looking awesome Sharkey!!! Your oven/outdoor rock project just keeps getting better & better!!

    Aceves

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  • Sharkey
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    Thanks for all the positive replies.

    The oven sits under the edge of the sail so I should be able to cook when it is raining, however the edge of the oven will still get wet, so I have to work on waterproofing it better. The sail is some hi-tech, Teflon coated fabric that should last 20 years. It is fire retardant and stain resistant. We have a lot of bird life and sometimes when you look up you can see the shadow where bird droppings are, however a light rain shower washes them away.

    This sail was designed and built by a local company that has a lot of experience in this sort of thing. Having said that they still think it is one of the more interesting shade structures they have constructed and want to get some good photos to enter it in a competition.

    I am working on getting the lighting right. Here is my first attempt - there are 2 led spotlights sitting on top of the rock pointing out under the sail. I need to get some light out at the front edge of the deck and some light on the oven. It would also look much better if the oven was lit. Still, this setting has such fantastic atmosphere we have been having dinner and drinks out there most nights.

    Last edited by Sharkey; 01-05-2018, 08:10 PM.

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  • seamad
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    effing amazing, what a setting.

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  • TropicalCoasting
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    Great looking things and amphitheatre.

    They look very Brizzy Expo 88

    Dont know if they were invented for the expo or first showcased there?
    http://80years.thiess.com/assets/vid...m.png?v=110799

    Probably seen the 2 servos on the west gate with them.

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  • oasiscdm
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    Hi sharkey.

    That is an amazing structure, setting, you must be so pleased with the result
    Is it a rain proof sail? And how will smoke discoloration of the cloth be prevented? Looking again distance, was difficult to see on the phone.

    I have a friend owns a sail company did mine and i got a great price. but mine pale into insignificance compared to your amazing structure.

    Wow
    Last edited by oasiscdm; 11-26-2014, 02:42 PM.

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  • GianniFocaccia
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    Sharkey,

    Absolutely stunning! You've come a long, long way from the the early days of removing rock. Admirable attention to detail throughout and a wonderful piece of aesthetics in your cover. Can't wait to see what comes next!!

    John

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  • deejayoh
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    That is really nice. Top notch.

    Is your oven under the sailshade, or outside of it?

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  • Sharkey
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    And here it is all tensioned up with braces installed. It just needs a bit of paint to finish it off.





    There is so much space under this thing that these photos don't do it justice ? it is so open and airy and doesn't feel closed in at all.



    Last edited by Sharkey; 01-05-2018, 08:08 PM.

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  • Lburou
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    A project keeps me happy......You must have the same drive to always have a project going Sharkey

    Looks great! Quite a cover up. Are you a politician? ;-)

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