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Patio Design 2
Patio Design 2

Design 2 Plans

Materials List

Regardless of whether your available space is next to the ocean, tucked away in the mountains, or adjacent to a wide expanse of desert scenery, this patio provides a grand touch of luxury.





Building The Patio...

  1. Establish layout and prep ground for concrete slab.

  2. Install concrete forms for slab, planters, and footers.

  3. Place and tamp concrete. Take note of where footers are located so you can accurately install the post anchors.

  4. Install post anchors and 3/8" rebar for planter blocks.

  5. Finish concrete.

  6. Once concrete has cured, remove forms.

  7. Install planter blocks. Fill all cells with cement.

  8. Set posts and headers.

  9. Install ledger on building with 3/8" lag bolts.

  10. Install joist hangers and set rafters.

  11. Install H2.5 rafter ties.

  12. Install facia.

  13. Build columns around 4x4 posts.

  14. Install 2x2's on top of rafters.

  15. Apply stucco to columns and block planters.

  16. Install pavers.

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