Things to consider when you remodel your bathroom

As far as construction jobs go, a bathroom remodel is a small-scale project. But that does not in any way diminish the importance of the job itself. To a California homeowner, getting a bathroom remodeled is a big deal and they want to make sure that everything goes right. With

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The Benefit of Energy Efficient Home Improvement Projects

Any remodel or home improvement project is going to have a lot to offer the homeowner. However, most people only approach the project from the aspect of the functional benefits or the improvement in the way that the end-result will look. While these are important considerations for any remodel or

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Rock Walls

Mortared stone is technically not the most difficult, but it is the most labor intensive, basically you’re taking big rocks and making them into little ones. When done correctly, mortared stone is, one of the nicest looking rock walls you will ever see. I think that you’ll agree when you

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Versa-lok Anchor

Does your retaining wall need, texture and color. Versa-lok Anchor wall systems offer blocks in multiple sizes so you always have the right scale. Versa-lok Anchor block surfaces are random and distinct with a choice of colors. That’s why the blocks appear as an extension of nature and not an

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Retaining Wall Code for California

Retaining Walls & Definitions A retaining wall is a wall designed to resist lateral earth and/or fluid pressures, including any surcharge, in accordance with accepted engineering practice. This definition also applies to freestanding pool walls. The Folsom Municipal Code adopts, by reference, the 1997 Uniform Building Code (UBC). UBC §106.2,

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Wood Retaining Wall

Some good reasons to build a retaining wall is to eliminate steep and difficult to mow slopes. They are also made to stop erosion and also create attractive planting beds. Creating a retaining wall out of wood is a good choice because it will be strong and durable. Be sure

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Composite retaining wall timbers

Composite Timber retaining walls are attractive, strong and multi-functional. They use tongue and groove that is slightly offset for use as building material or as a retaining wall. Composite Timbers are Earth friendly, made from durable wood plastic composite material, manufactured from recycled woods and plastics. They are Kid friendly,

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How much are river stones

River stones have multiple uses in and around your home. River stone is a highly popular “hardscape” material and is used for such diverse purposes as mulch, ground cover, driveways and filler around pools and patios. Used as mulch, the stones help retain soil moisture, blocks weed growth and enhances

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Landscape designer bay area

Landscape design focuses on both the integrated master landscape planning of a property and the specific garden design of landscape elements and plants within it. The practical, aesthetic, horticultural, and environmental sustainability components merit Landscape design inclusion. There can be significant overlap of talents and skills, depending on the education,

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