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04-17-20, 06:05 AM

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Planters for roof terrace in stone or concrete lookalike look

I want to build some planters for my roof terrace. To fit in with the décor I would prefer that they have a concrete lookalike look. Using concrete is out of the question as it will be too heavy. Is anybody aware of anything that would work? Is weather proof etc.?

Second choice would be a stone lookalike type look.

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04-17-20, 08:39 AM

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Search online for lightweight concrete. You can also mix up your own version by making your own concrete and leave out the aggregate and part of the sand and substitute pearlite. The big drawback I've seen with lightened concrete for planters is they don't withstand freezing well so make sure you bring them in during cold weather.

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04-17-20, 09:41 AM

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ha frost. not an option they will need to stay outside. so need an other solution.

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