From: I <1 To: Subject: Re: SHIELDS X 40 Date: Wed, 13 Jul 2011 17:00:08 +0000 This is all very helpful information! Thank you very much! On Jul 13, 2011, at 10:54 AM, wrote: Dear These panels survive for up to 20 years on the ceilings of Haus Tambaran's (structure in the Met) in the Washkuk. The structures have no walls, therefore the panels are somewhat exposed to the worst of the elements. The pigments are natural earth pigments which can be sealed with an acrylic matte sealer. For long term preservation the back side of the stripped and flattened frond should probably be treated with an insecticide and/or a sealer for strength. (They will be fumigated before they leave New Guinea.) In the Washkuk, panels are sewn together as they are never perfectly flat or the same size, nor do they have nails. I will send you a panel today. Best From: Sent: Wednesda , July 13, 2011 9:43 AM To: Subject: Re: SHIELDS X 40 Hi I think it would be a good idea to have an old panel sent to me just to be sure! The intended use for them is to line the ceiling of a "tiki hut" type structure in the Caribbean, so they will be exposed to inclement weather at times! Do you think they will work for that purpose? It can be sent to: 9 E. 71st St. New York, NY 10021 Many thanks, On Jul 13, 2011, at 10:26 AM, wrote: Dear You could send the check directly to me. My address is: EFTA00562949