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Glass Blocks OffsetThe exterior bathroom wall showing the glass blocks have been laid in place to be level with the exterior wall after the 2.5 centimeter of render is applied. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Surface Prep for Wall TilesThe surface here is being prepped for wall tiles. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Kitchen Cabinets FormationShows the kitchen cabinets which are constructed of red bricks being formed. The walls of the kitchen have been roughed to 1.5 meters to allow for the wall tiles. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Column SquaringThe rough columns will be squared. Here a fishing line is run vertically down to a concrete nail in the floor which indicates the target line for the corner of the column, the lines indicate the external edges. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Wall Ground BeamThere are footings at approximately 2.5 meter intervals below this beam that is being poured. Notice the column frames extending from the beam.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Wall ColumnsAs always, the columns for the perimeter wall are poured after the blocks are laid. This ties the blocks into the column and is much more durable.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Openings in the WallThese opening in the perimeter wall let some light in and give the garden area a nicer feel that if the wall was solid.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Initial Render CoatAn initial render coat will be applied and left rough. This then is allowed to dry over a period of time, prior to applying the colored render coat.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Palms PlantedA bit of a garden on the right side of the driveway.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Wall CleaningSpots from construction debris can be washed off the colored concrete using water and a pad.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Exterior GutterThe exterior gutter being smoothed after being poured. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Drainage OpeningsThe larger 3 inch PVC piping is used to set in periodic drainage openings within the front exterior wall. The larger diameter is more practical as the holes will tend not to jamb as often and are easier to maintain. dozerSep 27, 2011
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