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==How to Build== | ==How to Build== | ||
Before beginning construction on any component of the Poly Pod, we recommend first watching this [http://etsylabs.blogspot.com/2007/05/long-overdue-fusing-plastic-bag.html online tutorial] | Before beginning construction on any component of the Poly Pod, we recommend first watching this [http://etsylabs.blogspot.com/2007/05/long-overdue-fusing-plastic-bag.html online tutorial] that demonstrates how to iron plastic bags together. This tutorial answers questions regarding iron heat, length of application, number of bags to use, and more. | ||
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|1|Gather nine clear plastic bags, enough to make one window panel. We found that produce bags from the grocery store work well. | |1|Gather nine clear plastic bags, enough to make one window panel. We found that produce bags from the grocery store work well. | ||
|Image:Window Step 2.jpg |Bubble Wrap!(Photo by Erilynn Helliwell) | |Image:Window Step 2.jpg |Bubble Wrap!(Photo by Erilynn Helliwell) | ||
|2|Get Bubble Wrap. You will want two rectangular pieces that are approximately the same size as your plastic bags. Iron a single plastic bag onto each side of both pieces of bubble wrap. Iron the two pieces of encased bubble wrap together. Use the iron to crimp three edges. This will help when you are ironing the two pieces of bubble wrap together, but air will still be able to escape from the fourth side. When both pieces of bubble wrap are securely attached to each other, crimp shut the fourth side. This makes the resulting panel stronger. Iron two to four more clear bags to either side of your window panel depending on how rigid you want it. | |2|Get Bubble Wrap. You will want two rectangular pieces that are approximately the same size as your plastic bags. Iron a single plastic bag onto each side of both pieces of bubble wrap. When ironing do not hold the iron in one place for more than two seconds at a time because that will pop the bubble wrap. Iron the two pieces of encased bubble wrap together. Use the iron to crimp three edges. This will help when you are ironing the two pieces of bubble wrap together, but air will still be able to escape from the fourth side. When both pieces of bubble wrap are securely attached to each other, crimp shut the fourth side. This makes the resulting panel stronger. Iron two to four more clear bags to either side of your window panel depending on how rigid you want it. | ||
|Image:Window Step 3.jpg | (Photo by Erilynn Helliwell) | |Image:Window Step 3.jpg | (Photo by Erilynn Helliwell) | ||
|3|Wrap bubble wrap in produce bag. | |3|Wrap bubble wrap in produce bag. | ||
Revision as of 18:56, 4 December 2011
Building the Poly Pod
These are the component instructions for the assembly and construction of the Poly Pod designed by Team Apple Skins.The solution consists of windows, two awnings, planters, a door, and a canopy. Instructions for each component are below.
How to Build
Before beginning construction on any component of the Poly Pod, we recommend first watching this online tutorial that demonstrates how to iron plastic bags together. This tutorial answers questions regarding iron heat, length of application, number of bags to use, and more.
Windows
Awning Style A
Awning Style B
Planters
Door
Canopy
Maintenance
The level of maintenance required for the Poly Pod varies depending on how rigorously it is used. The windows are the most susceptible component to damage as they are the most fragile. The most likely damage to these panes will be tearing. This can be repaired by ironing patches directly onto the window with the same technique used to create the panes. The door and canopy are less likely to need repair as they are sturdier panels. These panels are repaired in the same way the windows are. Alternately, any component could be replaced entirely or in sections. The awnings are designed to require very little maintenance. In the event of a severe storm the awnings will probably need repair.