06-17-2005, 06:48 AM
RT,
I agree - I've taken those into account. I've asked for the actual wall to curve into the property so that the gates are recessed so that the road is not blocked while waiting for the gate to be opened.
Another consideration are weep holes to ensure that any excess water does can easily flow through.
Punagirl, we had a similar plan initially - 2 foot wall and a 2 foot section above that with a different material - vinyl or trex. We wanted to avoid the maintenance issues associated with corrosion by the ocean. After taking a look at the cost, it made more sense to use rock up to 4 ft.
Your plan to use bamboo would create a very tropical look. Ensure that the bamboo is treated if you do go this route.
Noel
I agree - I've taken those into account. I've asked for the actual wall to curve into the property so that the gates are recessed so that the road is not blocked while waiting for the gate to be opened.
Another consideration are weep holes to ensure that any excess water does can easily flow through.
Punagirl, we had a similar plan initially - 2 foot wall and a 2 foot section above that with a different material - vinyl or trex. We wanted to avoid the maintenance issues associated with corrosion by the ocean. After taking a look at the cost, it made more sense to use rock up to 4 ft.
Your plan to use bamboo would create a very tropical look. Ensure that the bamboo is treated if you do go this route.
Noel