We recently had a crack at building some flat (and not so flat) arches on an area that had been veneered by last years class. We put up a wooden support over the window opening and just went for it, laying the stones in a bed of sand to give a slight arch and then mortaring them in to place. Mike and I had a go at one first:
First attempt, flat arch
The next day we decided to have a go at something with a bit more of an arch to it, and along the way the styling got a bit out of hand:
Punk arch
I guess that’s what it’s all about though, in training you can get away with this kind of thing…
Anyway, everyone had a go; some of the guys built a big arch, but low down to the ground so that when it collapses it wont land on anyone. Reuben and Matt, despite being beaten on styling by Mike and myself managed to put on a brave face for their arch as well. Good fun was had by all, and for me some of the most enjoyable days we’ve had on the course so far.
Over and out.
TW.
