Surprise Island
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Trex under hardiboard bottom -
Tricky Part of the install - 2 sets of Simpson Brackets were installed at a 90 degree angle to support the cantilever countertop. -
You need at least 3 levels to do this project correctly. -
Supervisor - watching over the work. Nag, nag, nag. -
C-Clamps are another requirement. There are about 8 in use on this project and we could still use more. -
Looking down inside the pedestal, you can see the cross brace that anchors the two sides of the footrests together. -
The entire footrest is built from pressure treated lumber since it will be subject to people standing on it. Note - footrest is only part of the bar, not the cooking area. Also the footrest is surrounded top, bottom and both sides by hardiboard. -
It's amazing what you can build with 25 Gauge galvanized channel and studs! But somehow my project got off track...this doesn't look like what my wife put on the paper... -
The entire Island lays on a platform of TREX. We left the Hardibacker about 1in up from the ground, covering the bottom panel of Hardiboard, but leaving some of the TREX exposed. -
Kids keeping themselves entertained while dad is hard at work. -
The corners were cutoff to soften the finsihed look of the island. - Notice the Simpson Bracket inside the stud to support the cantilever countertop. -
Electrical was stubbed when the concrete was laid. -
Dad - are you ready to play yet? -
Cooking Surface Framing -
When working with Hardiboard, you want an outside work surface. Don't try doing this in the garage or you will be vacuuming for months. -
I think my level may be off! -
River Red from Arizona Tile -
Perfect finished measurement to reduce number of tile cuts! -
Is it Dinner time yet? -
Holes cut for both upper and lower air vents. -
Studs with Grommets ready for electrical. -
Pedestal Base with Foot Rest -
Doors below the BBQ. -
Dry fit the stainless steel components. -
Aren't you done yet? -
It's Corona Time! -
What do you think of our water feature? -
The final product!
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Outdoor Kitchen with 42 Inch Bar area
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OnAugust 15,2008 said:
"They are both maltipoos. "
On August 5,2008 Karen W said:
" Looks like a lot of work. Nice job. Looks nice. What breed are the dogs. I have two Maltese myself."