How to hide these eyesores
Marie Revak
2 years ago
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Comments (7)I can envision for you a small structure like you mentioned, with window boxes on the structure's sides. It could be very cottage-feeling, if that is your style. Like a gingerbread play house look. You may want to do an add-on (keep it separate) to house tools, so it will have some purpose. The main thing is to make sure the propane people have adequate access. You may want to ask them before you build anything about codes or access issues you need to address. The last thing you want to do is build something then have to tear it down. And, they won't care how much effort you put into something. They want EASY access. You will probably need some kind of 'chimney' or 'windows' (open, not glassed) in your structure, and several vents placed at the bottom. All propane tanks leak a little, eventually, and you don't want it to build up. It needs adequate ventilation. Talk to your propane company about that, also. (If they say their tanks don't leak, don't believe them!) Good luck with your project. I understand your need to disguise the tank as close to your patio as it is. But don't rush into it - I would hate for you to build something that doesn't have the adequate requirements that this may need....See MoreHow Have You Hidden an Eyesore?
Comments (26)Thank you all for the wonderful compliments on the yard & BB. It was actually a very easy project: Get a bag of thinset & a bag of "sanded" grout from HD or Lowe's or where ever you like to shop. Get a Freezer zippy bag. Mix up thinset (it's simple: just add a few teaspoons of water to the powder, until it's the consistency of a thick frosting) I used glass pieces that I purchased from Mosaics by Maria (dot com)...the cheaper stuff is in the "offcuts" section or in the "sale" section. The bottom I used some broken china pieces, and glass globs that you can find in WM or craft store. The only "major" thing I did with this BB is it originally had "flowerettes" shaped all around the edges. I couldn't mosaic those, so I filled the whole thing with thinset to flatten it out so I could mosaic it. Simply use the zippy bag just like you would a frosting bag, and squirt some thinset on the glass piece, then stick the pieces to the BB. Grout: Mix it up just like the thinset, and smear it all into the cracks & crevices after you put the pieces on. Let dry for about 1/2 hr, then wipe off with damp sponge/rag/old sock/crumpled newspaper. After grouting, seal it: I sealed mine with "Tile Lab" brand sealer- 2-3 coats I think I used. The glossy finish one. Just brush it on with one of those cheapie foam brush thingys. That's it. It's obviously WICKED heavy now, but the birds really love it, and it doesn't seem to get as 'yucky' now that the cement is covered. Easy to clean & put new water in. If I left anything out, just let me know....See MoreSuggestion for vine for wrought iron
Comments (6)Try some climbing roses. My mom have some on our wrought iron fence. I will try to post some pictures for you. You could also try mexican flame vines they have wonderful deep orange red blooms. They do die in the winter though....See Moresuggestions to hide an eyesore ( utility box in front yard)
Comments (19)People frequently turn utility features into greater monstrosities by trying to hide them with plants, since plants generally take up a fair amount of space. Doing that here would almost surely overwhelm the small yard. I'd be looking into clever, multi-colored paint jobs. There are artists who take utility features and turn them into art objects with paint. (Photos seem to float by from time to time on Facebook.) I'm not talking about painting a picture on an object but using the principle in more of a decorator kind of vibe. A geometric flavor would have much greater lasting ability. You could look at Islamic, native America or a variety of indigenous art examples for inspiration....See MoreSigrid
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