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    Default Attaching to Chimney

    Hi all,

    I will be making a few items from Coroplast for my first show. Both will be approx. 3' x 5'. I plan to put a few boards on the back as stiffeners. My question is about my options to mount them on the chimney. I really do not want to drill holes if I can avoid it. I was thinking a few bungee cords might do but am not sure. I would appreciate any other ideas.

    Thanks

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    Default Re: Attaching to Chimney

    Is the mortar flush with the brick or set back a bit?
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    Default Re: Attaching to Chimney

    Cable ties are one of my favorite inventions of all time. You can buy them in 5-foot lengths or even longer. You can also use multiple ties together to create a longer one.
    http://www.cabletiesplus.com/Departm...able-Ties.aspx
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    Default Re: Attaching to Chimney

    Deplanche - It is a brick and morter chimney so, yes there is a setback.

    omzzig - Good idea, I will check locally for long tiewraps.

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    Default Re: Attaching to Chimney

    There are brick hooks that can be used if there is enough of a gap. They can be costly though (several dollars each), if you are trying to support heavy things such as wood. I thought I had a link to some bookmarked, but it must be on my other computer. Will try to post that later if someone else doesn't beat me to it.
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    Default Re: Attaching to Chimney

    And don't forget about bungee cords!!! They can work in places where cable ties aren't practical.
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    Default Re: Attaching to Chimney

    Not sure of the pricing, but they also make Antenna Mounts for chimneys. Very sturdy, and can be removed after the season if you choose.

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    Ratcheting tie downs are what i've used in the past.
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    Default Re: Attaching to Chimney

    The first thing that comes to mind is the tie down straps used for holding tarps down.

    The problem I find with bungee cords is that they don’t hold up so well when stretch near there limit for extended periods of time when the temperature is below zero. The rubber inside deteriorates or breaks though the nylon braided cover keeps it from completely coming apart. And forget about the totally rubber ones. I’ve been slapped big time by one of those failing.
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    Default Re: Attaching to Chimney

    The ratchet tie downs are great, but to attach a 3' x 5' piece of Coroplast? Sounds like overkill.
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