How do I make an exterior-grade faux palm tree?

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I found out Xmas Palm Tree clearance stops at 50% where I saw a single (not clump of three) Xmas Palm Trees for $129. I can make a trunk and base out of 2x2 and CDX plywood- but where do I source the Long loose wired fronds? For bark, I’ve considered wrapping it with frayed twine and wood glue or spaghnum moss. I’ll run the extension cord along the 2x2 or up the middle if I use PVC pipe. Thanks in advance.

how do i make an exterior grade faux palm tree

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Cher @ Designs By Studio C on Dec 29, 2019

You might be able to use narrow garland cut to the lengths you need to create the fronds... Additional floral wire can be used in the garland, if needed. Hope this helps!

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- Lifestyles Homes on Dec 29, 2019
  
  Is floral wire that stiff? I’m thinking coat hangers 🤷🏼‍♀️?
  
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- Cher @ Designs By Studio C on Dec 29, 2019
  
  It can be... Wire from a hardware store can also be used!
  
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Adrienne Carrie Hubbard | Crafty Little Gnome on Dec 29, 2019

You could buy fake palm fronts from the floral area of the craft store and then wire them together youself

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- Lifestyles Homes on Dec 31, 2019
  
  The ones I’m finding are “silk” (polyester, probably) and I don’t think they’ll hold up to winter precipitation. What do you think?
  
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William on Dec 29, 2019

https://www.google.com/search?q=diy+fake+palm+tree&tbm=isch&source=univ&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjCofaCzNvmAhUBHc0KHfZvA2EQsAR6BAgJEAE&biw=1524&bih=734

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- Lifestyles Homes on Dec 31, 2019
  
  I’ll look longer at these, as at first glance they appear to be “interior grade”. Thanks
  
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Robyn Garner on Dec 30, 2019

https://www.afloral.com/products/cycas-palm-bush-22-tall-pbp025?gclid=CjwKCAiA3abwBRBqEiwAKwICAxGkE_mp0wCSH9kttbwlwlw1srO0DCdXgsXBPtM66iz_qCQLoW1nHxoCvR4QAvD_BwE

https://www.orientaltrading.com/large-palm-leaves-a2-13757431.fltr?sku=13757431&BP=PS544&ms=search&source=google&cm_mmc=GooglePLA-_-1398795105-_-58038635027-_-13757431&cm_mmca1=OTC%2BPLAs&cm_mmca2=GooglePLAs&cm_mmca3=PS544&cm_mmca4=FS39&cm_mmca5=Shopping&cm_mmca6=PLAs&cm_mmc10=Shopping&cm_mmca11=13757431&cm_mmca12=12ct-Large-Palm-Leaves-Green&gclid=CjwKCAiA3abwBRBqEiwAKwICA0LB-2YynqhD5c88TrW62W62pMxUxFoDfjcTI9Ip4U6NPy1AzPoOGBoCrv4QAvD_BwE

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- Lifestyles Homes on Dec 31, 2019
  
  Can I leave polyester leaves out in the snow/sleet/rain?
  
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- Robyn Garner on Dec 31, 2019
  
  It depends on the fabric. For example, many are thicker, spun fabrics and they do moderately well. Your basic cheap polyester like they use for outdoor decor flags will last a season or two - if left as they arrive.
  
  There are various spray products that provide UV protection, waterproofing, etc. I found this one that sounds pretty good
  https://www.gardenfun.com/sunguard.html?utm_campaign=971941589&adgroupid=50031503902&utm_content=253969133725&utm_term=&gclid=Cj0KCQiAgKzwBRCjARIsABBbFugggn-CcRNKne10IWP0vTt5nBudrIjhpQXlxoo1GzLF-U2vIQATpAAaAsLnEALw_wcB
  
  There are many more - I used "uv treatment for polyester fabric outdoors" as my search term. I would actually consider using a waterproofing spray and then follow it with this UV protectant. This one has gotten good reviews on HomeTalk
  https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-NeverWet-11-oz-Outdoor-Fabric-Water-Repelling-Treatment-Spray-278146/205160314?MERCH=REC-_-pipsem-_-204328276-_-205160314-_-N
  
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Simple Nature Decor on Dec 31, 2019

This looks great, not sure what you are asking looks like you made it.

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- Lifestyles Homes on Dec 31, 2019
  
  My photo is an example of some. They’re pretty expensive for what they are, even on Clearance.
  
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William on Dec 31, 2019

Just examples. Make them of stuff that's waterproof.

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Becky at Flipping the Flip on Jan 01, 2020

PVC pipes will be best for the trunks, especially for outdoor use. A little online research should turn up outdoor quality fronds, or maybe you can cut up an outdoor fabric that you can treat and add wires. Nothing will last forever outdoors though, weather will always catch up to it.

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Deb K on Jul 01, 2021

Hello, here are a few ideas for you to check out,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__GiBy0j1Mo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uo1LFNje7hQ

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