We mixed a third of the bottle (about 10 oz.) in each wheel barrow to strengthen the mortar.
And if you have to make a lot of mortar, get yourself a bigger bottle!
Mixing the mortar. It consisted of 7 scoops of sand, half a bag of Type "S" mason concrete mixture, and 10 oz. of concrete bonding adhesive.
The next day after the mortar has set.
The unfinished edges were later cut with a grinder with a diamond blade in order to have a finished and smooth edge for the Italian porphyry stone and stamped brick. We found it easier laying larger stone to have an easier and smoother cut.
Even though the stone laying looks simple, you can tell by this picture that there's a lot more behind the scenes than what meets the eye.
The cute edges are cleaned and preped to instal and mortar the porphyry and stamped brick.
An unfinished edge after forms are removed.
Another view of the edging after it was laid, but prior to an acid wash cleaning.
The travertine has a dull flat look prior to the acid wash.
Left - clear sealer. This does not highlight or enhance the stone. It leaves the stone in its natural state. The homeowners chose this sealer. Middle - sealer and enhancer. This both seals and enhances the stone's appearance. Right - sealer and enhancer. This both seals and enhances the stone's appearance. This product is a little higher quality.
