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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.dozer00000
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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.dozer00000
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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.dozer00000
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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.dozer00000
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Palms PlantedA bit of a garden on the right side of the driveway.dozer00000
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Wall CleaningSpots from construction debris can be washed off the colored concrete using water and a pad.dozer00000
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Exterior GutterThe exterior gutter being smoothed after being poured. dozer00000
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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. dozer00000
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Close Up of DrainageThe drainage opening on the right side of the driveway. dozer00000
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Die PigmentThe 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. dozer00000
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Applying the Color Render CoatThe color render coat is applied much the same as a normal render coat. In preparation however a previous coat was applied in a rough state and allowed to set for a week, which prevents the underlying block shape from bleeding through. dozer00000
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Gate RailThe rail for the gate is laid in place The rail must run level and equidistant from the wall to ensure easy opening and closing of the gate. The rail will be concreted into place. It is strip of 1.5 inch angle steel with a 12 mm round steel rod welded on top. Two sets of two large 4 inch wheels (total of 4) with an indentation will be affixed to the lower edge of the gate, the wheels are grooved to run along the rod. dozer00000
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