Live Rock Construction

[TitoTee]

So I've got my hands on some dead live rock. It is all dry. I have sometime in my hands before setting up my FOWLR. I want to construct some pillars and arches with these rocks. I have pieces that when placed together can make some really nice pillars. I have some questions in regards to constructing pillars.

I was thinking I could drill some holes in the rocks where two pieces will meet and place some PVC pieces and then glue with silicone. Am I on the right track or is there a better method? Also, what would be the best drill bit to use for drilling holes into live rock?

All advice and tips greatly appreaciated!

Tito

 

[Roy G. Biv]

Ralphie16 who is on here frequently is a master at aquascaping. I'm sure he'll have many good tips.

 

[Macimage]

I don't have the link handy, but if you try an RC search there was a really good thread with great photos and tips on constructing live rock pillars. Many were using acrylic rods that were placed through the middle of the rocks after drilling them.

Joyce

 

[mg426]

Aquamend epoxy works pretty well for such projects.

 

[SlowCobra]

Acrylic rod with epoxy(Aquamend or similar) for securing them together. Masonry bit will probably work the best.