Live Rock Construction

[Tito]

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

 

[NYreefNoob]

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you can use a masonary drill bit, and use the pvc or acrylic rods

 

[steveo32]

You might be able to get away with using zip ties for the arches and pvc for the pillars. I have also seen people make a big enough hole for a 1/2 pvc pipe and stack the rocks onto to make a pillar. Also search for Jhale's thread I think he made pillars.

 

[nanoreefer22]

Use acrylic rod, it'll work the best IMO.