Browse the photos above to get a behind-the-scenes look at the construction process of the 11-1/2-ft.-dia., 1500-lb. water wheel that was featured in Finishing Touch from Fine Homebuilding #248.
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Before beginning construction, Ray Baytos built a scale model of the project.
Redwood strips used to form the wheel were softened in a water bath.
After Baytos bent the softened redwood, he used clamps, Gorilla glue, and stainless-steel staples to create the wheel rims.
Baytos used 2 gal. of Gorilla glue and 10,000 staples to construct the wheel.
With one rim complete, it's time to tackle construction of the second one.
The completed wheel waiting for the crane ride to its house.
Baytos installing the waterwheel after it was safely lifted into place.
With construction of the waterwheel house complete, there's nothing left to do but enjoy relaxing by the koi pond.
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