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#308 - August 2008 The term “trellis” usually connotes a wooden frame covered in vines and climbing plants. But a trellis doesn’t necessarily have to be draped in foliage to be worthwhile. This trellis is completely free of ascending foliage but is nonetheless an attractive outdoor feature thanks to some unique accent panels. The panels are made of ordinary copper flashing, and contrary to their aged appearance, they were crafted specifically for this project. The patina formed literally overnight with the help of an oxidizing solution. |
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| But more than the simulated age of the panels, it’s the raised image visible in each one that makes them compelling. These are surprisingly easy to fashion using a modern twist on an ancient technique called repoussé. In the simplest terms, it amounts to little more than pounding the shape into the panel from the backside. Click on the online extras above for more details. |
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