tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post8539366097687980034..comments2024-03-17T23:39:47.479-06:00Comments on Montana Wildlife Gardener: How to build an urbanite pathDavidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02389771525430735743noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-82691343961614791912014-08-15T23:23:38.085-06:002014-08-15T23:23:38.085-06:00I know this is an older post but I need to know ho...I know this is an older post but I need to know how an urbanite path holds up to snow removal. I need an ice free path for young children and parents with infants. I appreciate any advice!000https://www.blogger.com/profile/05549731591892189663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-33669498133562397842013-02-27T05:44:35.149-07:002013-02-27T05:44:35.149-07:00Glad this post was helpful- thanks for the comment...Glad this post was helpful- thanks for the comments! My only advise is to take plenty of pictures, before, during and after. Good luck!Davidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02389771525430735743noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-66612316798617518972013-02-27T00:17:29.803-07:002013-02-27T00:17:29.803-07:00Very Nice, I am using urbanite for a driveway, 450...Very Nice, I am using urbanite for a driveway, 450 sqr feet..I have quite a lot of work to do this summerDomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11947596450513867885noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-50489330889733304332010-08-19T03:21:40.976-06:002010-08-19T03:21:40.976-06:00Your path looks very natural!Your path looks very natural!Limassol Cyprushttp://www.cyprustravelplanner.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-40790996417641971942010-05-28T10:10:58.218-06:002010-05-28T10:10:58.218-06:00ohhhohhhAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-91778376834831609362010-05-25T01:16:54.656-06:002010-05-25T01:16:54.656-06:00You can use a concrete saw, but be prepared they a...You can use a concrete saw, but be prepared they are dusty or messy. <a href="http://www.intracut.com" rel="nofollow">Concrete Cutting Los Angeles</a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-62242699370685125792010-05-11T09:47:45.772-06:002010-05-11T09:47:45.772-06:00David,
My wife and I are using "urbanite&quo...David,<br /><br />My wife and I are using "urbanite" to completely revamp our back yard! <br /><br />So far, we've made several retaining walls, a firepit and last night, we finished a (roughly) 8X8 patio that leads into some sandstone flag steps(we got the flag from a local landscape center that was going out of business and practically giving them away or we'd have used 'crete for those as well!). <br /><br />We used crushed bluestone(stone dust) as a base and to fill in the joints. Initially, I thought my wife was nuts when she first told me about the idea, but since then I couldn't be happier with the results. I figure we've saved thousands on materials as well has not having to dispose of the concrete that we broke in the yard! <br /><br />Cheers!<br /><br />PS I also borrowed a Bobcat from a friend for much of the project, and it is LOADS(pun intended) of fun!jmwalpnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-81312516691442094962010-05-10T21:21:53.562-06:002010-05-10T21:21:53.562-06:00Hi Margo,
Thanks for your comments, and compliment...Hi Margo,<br />Thanks for your comments, and compliments! You can use a concrete saw, but be prepared they are dusty or messy (if you use a wet saw). If you are looking to just get a strait edge you could score it with a saw, and then break it with a hammer. As far as working with really big pieces- it is difficult for a few reasons. The main reason is being able to move them- they get very heavy, very quickly, but if you have help or equipment (like a bobcat), really big pieces are nice, but they are also harder to level. I haven't stained concrete in place. Good luck!Davidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02389771525430735743noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-4958893391984886142010-05-10T16:45:17.338-06:002010-05-10T16:45:17.338-06:00Also, if you've experimented with staining the...Also, if you've experimented with staining the concrete.<br />Love your paths and descriptions!Margo Luckelhttp://www.greenpoppygardens.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-92090467548546934232010-05-10T16:43:32.889-06:002010-05-10T16:43:32.889-06:00Wondering if you've used a concrete saw before...Wondering if you've used a concrete saw before. I am concerned about breaking the pieces, and looking for tips for getting the largest pieces possible and good shapes.margo Luckelhttp://www.greenpoppygardens.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-25790466804096689712009-07-06T20:13:25.104-06:002009-07-06T20:13:25.104-06:00Well explained and illustrated. Thanks!Well explained and illustrated. Thanks!Linda Heinsohnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11741712827466946917noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-51134511070758205842009-06-05T06:55:54.271-06:002009-06-05T06:55:54.271-06:00Hi Town Mouse,
Good question about wheelchairs and...Hi Town Mouse,<br />Good question about wheelchairs and walkers- that is why it is important to decide how the path will be used in the beginning planning stages. Whereas, our front path would be easy to navigate, our back paths could be more challenging (or impossible for a wheelchair). If you were to design a path with accessibility issues in mind, the joints should be smaller, and use the largest pieces of concrete you can find. Finally, devote more time to site preparation and compaction to avoid shifting with frost and freezing. Just like any paving material, it can accommodate a wide range of uses and styles.<br />Thanks again for a great question,<br />DavidDavidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02389771525430735743noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-7048140284610748172009-06-04T09:00:10.126-06:002009-06-04T09:00:10.126-06:00Great use for something otherwise added to a landf...Great use for something otherwise added to a landfill around here. I love the look of this kind of path and would happily install one of my own, I just need to get my hands on the materials. Are you using the greenhouse yet?Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10737367324901967724noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5086285745310021732.post-24477303749946667712009-06-03T15:36:11.074-06:002009-06-03T15:36:11.074-06:00Thanks! That's very interesting and confirms t...Thanks! That's very interesting and confirms that it was wise to hire some guys for my recent breakup. <br />Another question: How will your new path be for wheelchairs and walkers? I have some elderly friends and I'm worried...Town Mousehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09777461911856383480noreply@blogger.com