Skylight Bubble 5 Ft in Diameter out of the package
For $800 this is the most economical way to create a sky light. Alternative methods are fabricated multi pane (thermal pane) either curved (very expensive ) or triangular pyramid.
A layer of portland cement lime stucco was placed on the interior concrete surface of the dome to even out the surface and make a smooth paintable interior
Tool List
(Stucco)
Mortar Mixer
Sponge Float
Trowel
Mason Sand
Lime
Portland Cement
Door Trim with Stone
Flat stones were placed and fastened to the stucco surface with an epoxy adhesive. After set more stucco was mixed and placed to blend the stone into the surrounding surfaces
Bathroom Door and Stone trim Above Door Opening
Stones added to stucco at the bathroom entrance creates some important detail that makes the interior interesting
Door to Cellar
Old wood boards salvaged from a 200 year old house are used throughout the hobbit house on doors and other needs to create an old world look.
Entrance Door From Inside
The main entrance door is made from old boards two layers thick.
the door edges are trimmed with zinc sheets crimped onto the two door faces. Door hardware was found at a salvage shop
Stone Stairs to Second Level
Stone stairs make a nice transition between the two main levels on the hobbit house
Stone Concrete Counter Top for Kitchen
A Concrete stone countertop is used to create a kitchen area. Forms are placed on the counter bottom and sides. Concrete is mixed and placed and before set stones are layed into the wet concrete. After initial set the joints are tooled between the stones. An acrylic sealer is placed on the surface to allow for cleaning
Materials Used
Sakcrete Concrete Mix
Stone Floor
A layer of stone is placed on the concrete floor foundation.
Materials Used
Stone
Mortar Mix
Mason Sand
Lime
Portland Cement
Stone Used for Flooring
Stone was found at a local quarry that had color variation adding fun to the floor.
Entrance Walkway
Left over floor stones are used to trim out an entrance walkway. The exterior exposure brings out the wonderful color variations. Stones are laid in a dry mortar bed .
Replica wood Burning Stove
A replica wood burning cook stove is used to create an old world look.
