Planting Options Vary —The means and methods for "planting" or installing your Peace Pole naturally differ for each setting. For a typical garden environment, planting the pole with packing soil, loose gravel, or sand at its base is likely sufficient. In a park setting or location where better stability is preferred, the example here could be a good starting point.
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Peace Pole Installation
This example assumes material for a pole with greater stability desired.
1-2 bags of Redi-Mix cement
Spade shovel
Bubble level
Hoe and wheelbarrow for mixing cement
5-10 gallons of water to mix cement and wash tools
Dig a hole approximately 16” square/deep.
Mix the concrete according to the instructions and put half of the mixture in the hole.
Place the Peace Pole in the hole approximately 12” from the base of the pole (for hexagon and octagon poles, 16-20 inches). Use the bubble level to ensure the pole is straight.
Add the remaining concrete. Use the level again and adjust if necessary. (You might choose not to place your Peace Pole in cement. If so, simply fill with dirt, pack, and follow the leveling recommendations.)
Smooth the concrete. If desired, note the date or add something into the firming cement.
Landscaping or placing flowers in a slightly raised mound around your Peace Pole makes an attractive presentation.
Peace Pole Care
Plexiglass plaques may be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soapy water. Should you wish to replace any worn plaques, you may purchase replacement plaques on our website.
Peace Poles may be left to weather gradually and naturally. If you care to renew the surface appearance at some point, we use an exterior grade stain and clear coat finish that can be sanded down to the natural wood and a new finish applied. A tung oil product would also be satisfactory.
The cedar wood itself should resist decay for some time, however, we do not recommend planting it in an area that remains constantly wet or moist.