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14 years ago

What type of concrete is poured for the patio?

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Quezada Architecture
14 years ago
It looks like concrete but it is actually light grey DG (decomposed granite). Love the look but it does track in light grey dust... a problem when you have dark floors.
joebertocchini
11 years ago
What supplier did you use / where did you buy the light grey DG? We are in CA as well.

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