When you’re getting ready to pour a concrete shed slab, selecting the right concrete mix is a critical decision that will affect the longevity and durability of your shed. Concrete comes in various mixes, each designed for different applications. Understanding the options will help you make an ...
Concrete molds are essential tools in the world of DIY and construction, allowing both professionals and enthusiasts to shape concrete into desired forms. These molds can be made from various materials, such as wood, plastic, or metal, and are used to cast items ranging from simple garden stepp...
But before yanking out the Marathon and replacing it with concrete or AstroTurf, it’s best to check out the myriad landscaping rules, regulations and ordinances individual municipalities enforce. Just because Los Angeles homeowners can put, pour or plant nearly anything in their frontyards doesn’t...
Laying landscape bricks for a border is an alternative to using wood, fencing or expensive concrete borders. A brick border is also more colorful, as bricks can be purchased in many different colors. Bricks can be laid on top of the ground to form a border, but properly-laid bricks create...
You can place edging along the borders of your walkway to help prevent the cobblestones from sliding around. A cobblestone walkway is a durable and attractive alternative to concrete or sand paths. Cobblestone adds charm to a yard or garden and may increase the resale value of your home. Cobbl...
If you are filling a lot of raised beds, we’d recommend that you look into a local landscape company to build soil and compost mixes, which should be cheaper. But if you’re filling up a small bed, bagged is the way to go.
In my case, since I was working with a pea gravel floor, finishing up was simple. I had to put down some landscape fabric tosuppress weeds. Position the pavers on the bed slope exactly where I wanted them. Then I had to pour out my pea gravel. ...
Pour the concrete. Use a trowel to smooth the concrete, pressing firmly to remove air pockets. Allow the foundation to set completely. Step 4 Set the first row of the first course of brick according to the dimension of your bench. Apply ½ inch of mortar to the foundation and set the...
Step 3 - Install Landscape Fabric and Edging Measure and cut the correct amount of landscaping fabric. Make sure you cut it wide enough to cover the entire width of the driveway as well as the edging. Install the edging, tucking it carefully along the edges so that it won't move over ...
Take the time to talk with your neighbors as well to give them a heads up on your plans for dominating the landscape with your new garage. If they don't like it then at least they can get used to the idea while you get underway. If you live in a neighborhood controlled by a homeow...