A step by step write-up of how I make the Lexan shades I sell, for those inclined to make their own.
IMPORTANT UPDATE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE IF YOU CHOOSE TO MAKE THESE.
Gather all your materials first. Prices vary depending on where you buy them.
1 sheet Lexan, 24" x 36" x 3/16" thickness. $35-40 Sign supply.
1 linear yard Faux (Fake) leather upolstery material $ 8-12 Fabric store.
1 quart HIGH TEMP solvent based adhesive. $8-10 Check your local automotive upholstery shop.
4 Qty. Old or new shade fasteners. (Twist locks) Available at the Z store. $6.15 Ea. About $30 for 4 shipped.
4 Qty. 3/8" E clips hold the shade fasteners in place. $2.50 for 2 pkgs. at Lowes. (Total of 4)
1/8" thick self adhesive neoprene rubber (E-Bay) $20
Table saw with abrasive blade (Metal or masonry) installed.
Drill or drill press. 1 1/8" Forstner bit.
Sanding disk used in drill.
Small paint roller for applying adhesive.
Material total approx. $85-100 Less if you already have some of this stuff- Or some connections.
Total time- minus material procuring, 3.5- 4 hours. Don't rush it.
IMPORTANT UPDATE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE IF YOU CHOOSE TO MAKE THESE.
Gather all your materials first. Prices vary depending on where you buy them.
1 sheet Lexan, 24" x 36" x 3/16" thickness. $35-40 Sign supply.
1 linear yard Faux (Fake) leather upolstery material $ 8-12 Fabric store.
1 quart HIGH TEMP solvent based adhesive. $8-10 Check your local automotive upholstery shop.
4 Qty. Old or new shade fasteners. (Twist locks) Available at the Z store. $6.15 Ea. About $30 for 4 shipped.
4 Qty. 3/8" E clips hold the shade fasteners in place. $2.50 for 2 pkgs. at Lowes. (Total of 4)
1/8" thick self adhesive neoprene rubber (E-Bay) $20
Table saw with abrasive blade (Metal or masonry) installed.
Drill or drill press. 1 1/8" Forstner bit.
Sanding disk used in drill.
Small paint roller for applying adhesive.
Material total approx. $85-100 Less if you already have some of this stuff- Or some connections.
Total time- minus material procuring, 3.5- 4 hours. Don't rush it.
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