BUILDING OUR OWN DRIVEWAY DIDN'T GO EXACTLY TO PLAN | DREAM ABANDONDED PROPERTY
4 February 2024 · 26 min · 183K views
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Matt and Kristen poured a 6-inch thick concrete driveway pad to serve as the entryway for their property, aiming to save on professional labor costs.19:36 They formed the area, laid stainless steel wire mesh, and elevated the steel on broken cinder blocks to ensure full concrete encasement.3:02 The project required a 4,000 psi concrete mix, which they leveled with a 4-foot bull float and finished with a broom to provide tire traction.18:26 Despite the successful pour, rain forced them to cover the wet concrete with plastic, which left permanent tie-dye-like discoloration on the surface.23:44 The couple spent approximately $520 on this initial section and estimates a total cost of $7,700 for the full driveway, roughly half the $14,000 professional quote.19:48 They are now considering using concrete borders to contain gravel for the remaining sections to achieve a more natural aesthetic while maintaining structural integrity.21:05
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