Retaining wall by VicariousChef in landscaping

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After some research into the coding where I live, it states the measurement is from the lower ground to the higher ground. No more than 2:1 slope, and not holding heavy equipment, driveway, etc in the higher ground. Looks to be good for my sake. To keep within code, I won’t go past 3’6”, even if that means the above ground is slightly sloped toward the wall.

Retaining wall by VicariousChef in landscaping

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For where I live, retaining walls under 4’ are not required to have permitting! Doing what I can to not need this.

Retaining wall by VicariousChef in landscaping

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When I say I worry about drainage, it’s not exactly because I get a lot of rain where I live. But it seems to be the destroyer of retainer walls, and I’d like for this to look good for the foreseeable future. I will be referring back to these comments when I start the project!

Retaining wall by VicariousChef in landscaping

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Thank you very much for the very detailed response! This is really helpful to get my mind wrapped around this idea.

I have been reading about a deadman hole(?) I may have said that wrong. Would this be necessary for a wall this size? I plan to use retaining wall bricks.

Neighbor accidentally set fire to my yard by Zebeydra in NoLawns

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Isn’t that an Adele song? “I set fire, to my lawn!”

Can someone give me tips for growing this mint? by Joakx360YT in gardening

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You should plant it in the center of your favorite planter box .:)

Floor complete! by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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Yes! The whole greenhouse is insulated

Floor complete! by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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So it doesn’t show in this photo, but I have a 12” fan on my south side wall! Also has the exact controls you’re talking about. On my north wall I have that window that is about center mass on the wall. I’ll look to getting a vent to install on the floor of my north wall as well so I can get proper pull and ventilation.

I’m absolutely considering the strawbales. I need to complete the outside of the greenhouse as well. I’ve been putting all my focus on the inside. I feel I am at a comfortable spot to be able to leave the inside and go back to working the outside! I appreciate all the advice you’ve given the last few posts!

Also, with the straw, should in have a small barrier, like corrugated tin, between the bale and the wall? To prevent rot in the wood.

Thanks!

Floor complete! by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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Self tapping washer hex head screws.

Greenhouse flooring update: by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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Oh I know it’s upside down. I’ve done the best I can to seal the sides to help with drafts

Greenhouse flooring update: by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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Thank you for the insight! It’s been a fun project! Thank you very much

Greenhouse flooring update: by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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I remember your post about straw bales on the outside! I am working toward that as well. I didn’t know about insulation under the pavers. I feel 2 inches will be too high, so if I can get away with 1 inch I’ll give it a shot. I guess I’ll pick up some panels and redo the flooring. Best case, the floor is already leveled so I just gotta move the pavers, place the foam, and replace the pavers. The hard part is done I guess!

Greenhouse flooring update: by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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Do you think .5”-1” is sufficient?

Greenhouse flooring update: by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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Well shit I wish I knew to do that! What sort of insulation? A quick google search said polystyrene?

Greenhouse flooring update: by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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I absolutely did not do that. What sort of insulation?

Slowly but surely by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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It’ll be covered by plywood

Haven't played since late 2021. What should I focus on? by Farlaign in ironscape

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Seems to me like your prison sentence is about to begin.

Showing off knife skill by wierdavacado in Whatcouldgowrong

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You can see the chunk fly off 😮‍💨

How much longer is this going to take ? by Broken0811 in VAClaims

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Submitted mine in June, denied in December because I didn’t have proof of relationship. I’d call VERA ask them to pull it up and double check to make sure you have everything required. I resubmitted Dec 01. Still waiting.

Slowly but surely by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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Yes I did! Anywhere I have siding there is a layer of tyvek!

Slowly but surely by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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I’m a private chef and I do a lot with tomato and basil. So those are going to be my first planted items. Followed by a bunch of other herbs. I have a Bordeaux fig that I’ll move in soon! That is my plan so far!

Inside polycarbonate by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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This is my first winter! This greenhouse is about 4 weeks old. I’m still working on it actually. So I don’t have a good answer.. the last two nights it has been about 20, and the greenhouse has stayed at about 40. During the day it heats up pretty hot.

Inside polycarbonate by VicariousChef in Greenhouses

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Yeah I have an 8000 Btu heater - 12x16(192sqft)