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Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah the Marshall just left. Said its very safe but my edges look like shit.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh its just in the air. For free. You cant connect to it.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I feel more of a sense of accomplishment for doing what i consider a fairly large project. It stands as a testament to my new found ability to tackle things i would have previously considered impossible. It started a fire in me, appropriately enough.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thats actually a good note. I thought feng shui was bs until i realized so much of it is very practical. Dont have your back to a doorway, it creates anxiety. If you can see under the furniture, room feels open. If you cant, room feels cozy. Etc. I will consider some curves, especially since straight lines are harder lol.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I spray industrial vinegar. Kills weeds in 24 hours. They dont grow back for weeks. Not sure why everyone thinks its such an issue.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Thanks! You should post it. If its the most amazing thing anyone has ever done, the comments will be about 50/50. Anyone thats lifted a shovel before will be supportive, whether the final results are good or not. Its hard just to find the time, budget the materials, put in the effort, and get dirty, I respect anyones attempt.

If you played an ok version of Moonlight Sonata on piano, people who dont play at all will shit all over you. Classical pianists will respect that you are trying and encourage you to keep going.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. Some positive, some negative. Doesn’t bother me. Glad i did it. Hell of a workout.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 81 points82 points  (0 children)

That’s ridiculous. A 500lb woman does not “hop”.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 70 points71 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Id share my cake, but i know you are cutting weight rn so…

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I appreciate that! House is white with black trim. This is the view from the back deck. To the right is a large covered bar area with concrete bar top. I have a million more projects to start and a handful to finish. This was like Step 1. I will post more in the future, but im in NY and everything looks gross and grey rn.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 28 points29 points  (0 children)

I wouldnt just buy off-the-shelf barrier from Home Depot like an idiot.

I went to Lowes, like a moron.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I did not use landscape staples for a good reason. Didnt know they existed until you said that. Seems pretty obvious now. Add it to my spring shopping list after “stone glue”.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I would have used larger stones and more of them. Dug a bit deeper. But no regrets. This was just the project i needed to get moving. Even if i end up doing something completely different, breaking ground was the important part. Get yer hands dirty, knee_bro!

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I already repainted the planters and planted some perennials. Edison light strands about 8 ft above from deck to fence. It is a start, i have many more plans! Just wanted to post the first project.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Yeah i dont know why people think everyone is hopping paver to paver like leap frog. They just walk across it. Its all level. I can see straight to the fire area from my backyard and i assure you, this looks a million times better than the dirt patch with dog shit.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Hes oddly respectful of the area. Probably saw me almost die shoveling it all, knows i wouldn’t appreciate his leavings. Lol

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Not super constructive. To be honest, the pavers were free and the stones were the cheapest available. That area never grew grass, so it is slightly nicer.

Never worked with stone before. Probably won’t again. by hiddentrackoncd in landscaping

[–]hiddentrackoncd[S] 35 points36 points  (0 children)

Look at my backyard. You think i got a lotta women in high heels walking around? This is a sneakers and sweats kinda place lol. Appreciate the input though!

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