Im not quite done, but the hard stuff is done, and I need better after pics. But my front patio and retaining wall is complete. Over 1500 pounds of supplies. Im tired.... I got the patio in and leveled, and a retaining wall to accent it and to hold up a area for a garden, which Im putting plants in now. Ive got a hibiscus hedge started and have added a couple ferns. I want the hedge to be about 4-5 ft tall (eventually) but even at 2 feet it will serve its purpose to help give some "curb appeal" to my (once) drab front yard. Ive gotten countless compliments so far, and have seen peple stopping to enjo it from the window. tee hee. I may mosaic over the cinderblock....if i get that luxury of time. But Ive gotten the improvement I wanted even if i stop now. A coupe pics in the gallery. sorry the ariel is so dark. I'll get a better one soon. and one fron the front.... Im so pleased with my work..... = )
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Re: new patio and wall
Mon, October 10, 2005 - 9:35 AMCongratulations!
You extended it from the upper porch/stairway?
A Lot of Work!
Creative use of cinder blocks}}
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Re: new patio and wall
Mon, October 10, 2005 - 3:06 PMGreat job Nathan! What a good feeling you must have, to have done all that hard work yourself. You have a very cool old home with lots of character, and its just getting better and better :-)
I hope you DO mosaic the cinderblock, that would add gorgeous color to your yard. I'm sure you would have Sunset Magazine knocking on your door, wanting to do a story!
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Re: new patio and wall
Mon, October 10, 2005 - 4:24 PMthanks both of u...tee hee, GiGi, I just leveled the sloped yard with the use of the wall so I could add this patio out front. I didnt add to anything existing, but now i have a upper and lower patio.....not sure why, just gives the front yard some depth and hopefully curb appeal. Lorinda, another new project???? wow, I cant wait. I thought of u when i ran across a real cool door store...... didnt go in, looked too rich for my blood. Keep me updayed...... I CANT WAIT. Im off next week, and will probably look for a friend for max...and start knocking out plaster in the kitchen. I need to at lease add electrical and re-drywall it, but Im hoping I can remove a wall.... wont know till Im in there.
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