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PVC Pipe Joined to Tested Section54 viewsThe pipe is being run from the automatic water pump to the previously tested in house section (note the cap on the pipe). Any exposed pipe section will be protected within a concrete pour. dozer
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Routing Electric Wire to the Perimeter Wall54 viewsElectrics are routed to the perimeter wall for above wall lighting and the exterior mounted door bell. This particular run of electric will be contained in the drive way pour.dozer
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Electric Conduit Run in Drive Way Columns54 viewsThe yellow conduit is laid in place in the left drive way column. The wire strands are in place to support the wall lighting and the door bell.dozer
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Driveway Pour in Process54 viewsHand mix was used on the driveway. Red bricks are used as a starting spacer to ensure that the rebar mesh doesn't sit on the ground, further adjustment is done by the 'pull into place method' as the pour progresses. The meshing is pulled to be centered within the 10 centimeter pour.dozer
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Die Pigment54 viewsThe premixed natural die pigment is added to the concrete render mixture. The amount of sand aggregate and cement must not vary to ensure consistency in the resultant coloration. dozer
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Initial Render Coat54 viewsAn 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.dozer
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Glass Blocks Offset54 viewsThe 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. dozer
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Finished Surface54 viewsThis is the finished surface after smoothing. Close examination ensures that no hairline cracks are present. Cracking is a sign of improper rendering, either via improper mixing or application. dozer
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Glass Blocks54 viewsA concrete mix the same as that used to lay tiles is used to firm the bricks in place. dozer
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Capped Pipes53 viewsClose up of the caps temporarily used on the drain pipes.dozer
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Typical Power Point Installation53 viewsThis shows a power point with a inbound cable co ax TV junction. There is also a telephone jack. Each power point and switch box is temporarily covered with this plastic to prevent splatter during painting and other construction activities. dozer
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Surface Prep for Wall Tiles53 viewsThe surface here is being prepped for wall tiles. dozer
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