Scotland Yards Store
| Here are just some of the various samples of materials available on the market today. Next to each is a brief description of the product and its installation. | |
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Sprinklers
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The picture on the left is a sprinkler riser with a flex joint in the vertical position. The picture on the right is the same riser bent over as if it had been stepped on. While pop-up risers are ideal along most walkways, in some cases these will be used when the plants selected require regular maintenance and or will quickly out-grow the effective spraying area of a pop-up. |
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Pipe
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To the right is a picture of two different pieces of pipe. The one on the left is a lateral line pipe. Notice that it is significantly thinner than the one on the right. The one on the right is a static line pipe - designed to hold significantly more pressure. We use this one exclusively. For a few cents more per foot, it is cheap insurance against breakage. |
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Turf Blocks
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Above is a picture of Turf Blocks. If you are concerned with the aesthetics of your front yard but need to park your trailer, RV, or boat, this is a wonderful alternative to concrete strips. The above photo is a new installation. Eventually, the lawn covers over it completely. |
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Flagstone
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| This is a Black Slate flagstone set in mortar. The pattern is Chaos (a random set with varying gaps between pieces). | This is a Chaos Pattern flagstone (having widely varying widths of gaps between stones). It has a foundation of compacted base rock, "grouted" with Decomposed Granite, and is usually framed (bordering supports) with either Pressure Treated 2x4s and or 1x4 Recycled Plastic Bender Boards. This type of installation is ideal for random pathways and secondary patios. |
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Concrete
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| The concrete to the left is a skin-stamped finish with two colors. Of the various types of stamping options, this type is my favorite. For many important reasons. | Skin stamped concrete (two colors - liquid release) with a Tile Inlay. This is a custom marble finish. |
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| Skin stamped concrete (three colors - antique release) with a bullnose brick step. | |
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