Sidewalk Construction - Day 2

The crew decided to work on Saturday to catch up on our project. It was a very productive day as all of the old concrete was removed (a new saw blade really helped), and most forms were installed. All new concrete will be installed, except for the patio. Since the existing patio is in pretty good shape, they'll cast new concrete on top. But, instead of having one step near the house, and the second step to the sidewalk, we'll have two steps to the sidewalk in order to increase the patio size. There were several inches of gravel under the side patio that we'll re-use for the retaining walls. Tomorrow the guys are going work a half-day to finish up the forms in preparation for the concrete pour. With the weather, I anticipate that'll be Friday. We've decided on a ashlar slate pattern, sandstone concrete color with a dark brown release. The best part will be the compass stamped on the patio.