Step 4 – Fence Remove and Replacement

The fence was originally installed using the existing chain link posts with 2×4 wood beams attached horizontally between the posts with the individual redwood planks nailed onto the 2x4s. The first step in replacing was removing the existing fence which was easily handled with a rubber mallet to remove the planks and then my MakitaContinue reading “Step 4 – Fence Remove and Replacement”

Reference Material for Your Own Japanese Garden

When I decided to create my Japanese Garden, I wanted to be sure that I incorporated not only my ideas based on Japanese and other Asian gardens I had visited, but also elements which were true to authentic Asian gardens worldwide. I have visited various Asian based gardens in the United States, Japan, China andContinue reading “Reference Material for Your Own Japanese Garden”

Backyard Pool Project

   A few summers ago we decided that as a family we’d get more use of our backyard if we had a pool.  One of our reasons for purchasing the house when we did was its good-sized back yard.  Our prior house in San Gabriel has the drive way and garage behind the house  (theContinue reading “Backyard Pool Project”