One of the more interesting features of 3430 is the front patio encased in geometrically-cut cinder block. I cleaned the hell out of this 'fence' first by using the metal top piece of a fingernail clipper to scrape decades of brown & green moss off. (Yes, I'm crazy but it was faster than you think.) Next, using a touch of Tide & water, I scrubbed both fence sides, top & pillars with a thick-bristled hand brush & finally a skinny brush to get inside the cut-outs. Although it's not immaculate, it's vastly improved & these fetching square shapes can finally tango in the afternoon sun once again.
(Cinderella I.)
(Cinderella II.)
(This turtle sealed the deal for someone to buy the house.)
(Chimney got a heavy duty rub down too & bush got a haircut.)
(What plant better says 'Welcome?' Thanks to a very thoughtful free pile on Fremont & 77th.)
That cactus has Mickey Mouse ears!
ReplyDeleteOne ear fell off while planting so I placed it in nice wet composty dirt close by. Let's hope they both grow into big pricklers.
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