Flevopol...

[Conman3880]

I have a few questions about the flevopol method;

1. Will the background break down over time? Or is it relatively permanent?

2. Can I use any concrete binder, or does is have to be from ACE?

3. Epiphytes will adhere to it, correct?

4. Will it dry-cure?

5. Will it be a problem if it has water flowing over it?

Thanks!!

[asilsdorf]

Not sure how long you consider relatively permanent, but I have a flevopol type background that is two years old and seems to be doing just fine.

I used Quikrete Concrete Bonding Adhesive No. 9902. At the time of my first background, I had found a post where someone thought it was equivalent.

Yes, plants will attach to and climb the background.

I have done three flevopol style backgrounds and all three have cured to a cork like consistency. I add just enough of the bonding adhesive to get the coco husk & peat to clump together. i.e. If you squeeze the uncured mix, you will see the white bonder liquid on the surface but it won't run out.

I have not tried it, but I personally would not expose it to running water. I would say that misting or spraying is ok.