Create an Herb Solarium

Create an herb solarium

    Begin starter plants early this season or keep fresh herbs in your kitchen year-round with this reflective, water-retaining table-top solarium.

    You need
    Step15

    Measure the dimensions of metal you will need to cut

    You need:

    Measure the dimensions of metal you will need to cut: Measure the bottom of the wooden tray, adding 1" in length and width to allow for extra lining up the tray walls. TIP: When cutting metal, wear work gloves and eye protection to avoid injury. Be sure to secure your workpiece to a tabletop with a clamp before cutting.

    Step25

    Cut your metal using Dremel DSM20 and DSM510 Cutting blade

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    Cut your marked lines using the Dremel® DSM20 and DSM510 Metal Cutting Blade.

    Step35

    Use A550 Comfort guard. Mark lines in all 4 corners of metal sheet

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    Mark lines in all 4 corners of the sheet metal, 1/2" from the edges and make cuts 1/2" deep. TIP: Use the A550 Comfort Guard for increased comfort from sparks. You still need to wear proper safety gear- work gloves and eye protection.

    Step45

    Use edge of tabletop as guide.

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    Using the edge of your tabletop as your guide- fold 3 of the 1/2" walls of the lining to your solarium.

    Step55

    Lay a piece of wood inside lining.

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    Lay a small piece of wood inside the lining to help you complete your last fold. Lay your sheet metal lining into a wooden tray. Add terracotta potted plants and water. TIP: Folding a perfect crease may be difficult. Once you have set the metal lining in your tray, you may need to pound into place using a rubber mallet.