First, I need a Franklin Stove (or something similar), but cannot locate a reasonably priced replica or mock-up.  This one isn't critical, as it isn't referenced a lot in the script... we can do without it if we need to.

 

Second, and more importantly, I need a steam radiator attached to a flat about 6 feet up the wall.  This is a plot item, and it's a must have.  The problem I'm running into is that the real things are made of iron and have a tendency to be, well, incredibly heavy.  I'm concerned about the ability of a free-standing wall (braced, of course) to support the weight, and I'm concerned that the wall will topple or the radiator will just pull loose and plummet to the stage... hopefully with no actors in the vicinity.  Any ideas on how I can rig a realistic-looking but much lighter mock-up, or where I can purchase such a thing?

 

 

 

Also the radiator we just placed teh handle or whatever high up, so I had to stand on a paint can to rech it.

 

That was one of the best sets I've worked on.

 

 

 

No, you can take props and set pieces out as your stage calls for them.  I think they'd take more issue with you adding things to the script.