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Front elevation drystack & nail-lit cedar

Commented on Aug 15, 2011
Yeah, was sitting out back last night taking it all it. It actually looks better at night ...»
with all the lights on the fence, palm, pool house,stone wall & under counter accent lights. I need stock in the electric company!

Gardening: I have a corner in my yard where I want to plant a bed of flowers.

I've ripped up the grass and prepared the ground, and I've got the flowers ready for planting. Here's my question: How can I make it that: ...»

Commented on Jul 08, 2011
Use weed control mat, not plastic or tar paper or newspaper. reason... water can penetrate ...»
weed control mat. Don't get the 5 year stuff either, weeds will grow right through it. I learned the hard way. I had to remove the mulch & put down a second layer of weed control mat then remulch. Problem solved.
These photos were taken three years ago. The beds look the same today except the plants are bigger
You will still have to maintain your beds. Seeds will grow in the mulch, but the bottom up growth will stop.
Good luck with your project.

Yes, it IS paint.

These cabinets began as white. The painted illusion of fine crafted wood cabinetry gives the impression of quality in a home. Next to the stone, the warm tones of the painted wood ...»

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Wet Bar Design

The challenge was to create a 'simple' but equally 'facinating' wetbar the client could build by himself in a weekend. ...»

Commented on Jun 14, 2011
Hi Yamini, here is an update on the outdoor kitchen progress. Going with red cedar shakes for ...»
the front of the bar. Shakes couldn't make the radius so e switched up tp 1x4 vertical cedar to complete the wrap a round. Going w/ granite tops, stainless steel sink
Pergola gor primed, floor painted & cedar sealed today. I'll try to post pics

Gardening: Looking for a nice shade tree, to shade my patio/pool area.

Need one that grows fairly quickly, but resistant to wind breakage, and one that does not shed much, I don't mind the once/year leaves falling, but don't want helicopters, strings, or nuts/berries/fuzz falling. Need suggustions.

Commented on Jun 14, 2011
Clay, one of the best days of my life was the day I had my beautiful weeping willow tree cut ...»
down that provided wonderful shade to my deck. It was a major pain for pool upkeep, skimming leaves 3-5 times a day.
Get an umbrella!!!!!!!

Snow makes the place looks great

Commented on Jun 12, 2011
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Painting: I live in a brand new condo built by dragas and if you barely bump into the walls they get very "chalky" and get small

"Knicks" this can't be normal. Why is this happening?

Commented on Jun 12, 2011
Christina, I'm not a painter but my sense is this. Your walls are painted with a flat paint. ...»
If you were to repaint with another finish & there are many, you will find that the glossier finishes take more abuse & can be wiped clean. Flat paint is more pourous, smudges easier.
Try stepping up to an eggshell or satin finish.
I think flat paint hides drywall irregularities better than shinier finishes and is cheaper. . Thats probably why they used it.
I have a painter starting at my house tomorrow. Let me know if you want his number.

Outdoor Living: I have a gas grill and was told there is a way to connect a gas line from my home to the grill instead of using the

bottles, is this true?

Commented on Jun 12, 2011
Hi Hellen, I have just tapped off of my gas line to connect to my new outdoor kitchen. It can ...»
be done if you have a clear path from your gas meter or a suitable tie in spot that the plumber can tap into. Side walks can be drilled under, driveway obstructions are tougher to get under. Let me know if you want a plumber, I'll give you my guy.
Good luck.

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