PVC Memorial Cross

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Need to make a Memorial Cross for my Uncle. Was contemplating PVC but don’t know how thick it should be for a roadside marker.

Any input is greatly appreciated,

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I’m sorry for your loss. That’s a humbling situation to be in for someone you loved.

PVC trim board might be a great option for this. It’s easy to get ahold of, glues together well, and lasts well outdoors. Cross ratios are typically 1:2 or 1:3 ratios between the lengths of the horizontal:vertical sections. As for thickness, I would just use the thickest I could find, which looks like about 1 inch.

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I had made one last year out of a wood 2x4. You could do the same out of a plastic 2x4. Most time they are special order from a home depot or lowes type store so if you have a few weeks that’s a good option. I pocketed down each piece .75in where the cross met so they were flush and just screwed them to each other on the backside after I carved my wording into them.

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Thanks for the input guys.
I was thinking of carving out of a solid sheet of pvc, going to need a sheet atleast 24"x48 in to get my 22x35 end goal. The 1 in thick Ive found is a little over $200 for the 2x4 sheet, Think maybe something thinner will suffice? Also dunno where to look locally or is online my best option these days.

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It’s pretty easily doubled up using PVC glue — would that be an option?

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I use PVC board all the time for projects. Use the 3/4 in. Comes in 5 1/2, 7 1/4, 9 1/4 and 11 1/4 inch widths at lowes, home depot, or menards and 8 or 12 foot boards
For wider projects i’ve used PVC glue and clamps and it works great. Also you can buy 4 x 4 sheets of 3/4 PVC. Made by Royal Products

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Awesome thanks, I will take a look and see if Lowes has any of those 4x4 sheets

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Up in my area Lowes and Menards both carry the 3/4" in 2’x4’ sheets.

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Same Here. They have 4 x 8 sheets

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Thanks guys, the local lowes was out of stock and was able to find a 1/2" 2x4 and 4x8 sheet at Menards. Now to just take the 2 hour trip… Now to just finish the design and get to cutting.

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Here’s the rough draft. Husband & Son have been switched… I was out of it.

Anyone tips on cutting the PVC speeds and feeds? I usually cut pretty aggressive. Going to be using 60 v bit, 1/4 in and 1/8 2 flute

Thanks again for everyones help. Ended up getting a deal on the 1/2 4x8 sheet for $73 at Menards.

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