PATIO TRANSFORMATION | Laying 600mm slabs .. hard work | Part Two

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Tiller (rotavator) - www.jewson.co.uk/p/rotavator-light-duty-JTH06550
Compactor - www.jewson.co.uk/p/plate-compactor-400mm-JTH02500
Weed membrane - home.bargains/product/79c8acba-d93c-4eae-a3e0-957b9bb1b3e2/jardin-heavy-duty-woven-weed-control-20x1m?qid=58fd6c6a14c409acb6f016167e41ea71
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[@Playletsplaykids]

This video shows a lot about the kind of persons you guys are , the bond between you and Rob is awesome especially when you have a goal or project to finish on, send our love to John, Rob’s dad .keep the good work going ❤❤❤❤

[@ijeoma5]

Wow Shade what l love about you is your determination , no matter what happens you keep pushing Weldon. Please tell Rob he did a fantastic job and l could tell that he really wanted you to be pleased and happy with the patio …true love there ❤❤❤❤….. Zhana and Linnie-Camille send their very warm hugs xxxx

[@angiebaby020967]

Don't worry girl. Like the theme music says, 'Keep on going because you're almost home' 😁

[@ShadeShannon]

So true!

[@autumndroplet9776]

Great video! Love the update videos, the videos where it's "start to finish" are satisfying in one way but getting to see the gradual work is satisfying as well - the entire time my heart went out to Rob and John's backs 😂but they did SUCH a good job! They should be so chuffed with themselves! ♥

[@ShadeShannon]

Such a good job!!! Hopefully we’re nearing the end of the patio transformation 🤣🤣

[@l.e.bingham6643]

Team work makes the dream work, when you finish you can be extremely proud of yourself knowing that y’all did all of the work yourself. And when family and friends come over to visit you can totally take all of the credit literally. I knew you were going to get it done and look back and smile.🙏🏾🥰💖💯💫

[@kneishaa55]

I truly appreciate this realist update. Most videos make these tasks look so easy. Keep up the great job! You guys will enjoy it in the end.

[@mosessam9929]

I just helped my friend's parents with a similar project and for sure you need preparation of all tools, materials must be pre-order as any lag may turn into wasted time waiting. A strict schedule is a must but most importantly, stick to one plan. These are heavy materials so extra hands are helpful too. Well done on amazing build. It actually turned out great

[@hausofrlateish]

So far so good mama. Rob and John are doing a great job. The only deadline your on is your own. Take your time. We know these types of projects take time. I'm excited to see part 3. 😊💐💐💐

[@katedixon7998]

I really appreciate the honest ‘warts and all’ video showing the reality of the project. What you are doing is really hard graft and you should be so proud of what you’ve achieved so far. can’t wait to see the final result!

[@jaydevoyce989]

Definitely enjoyed it.. rather see snippets of projects over time than not see u for weeks! Your energy is always a lovely watch so never doubt whatever content you're bringing ❤❤

[@deborahharrison9401]

Good start can’t wait to see the end results xx

[@lynseypeters]

Such hard work, but how proud will you all be when it's complete. Looks great so far 🤎

[@sdavis6643]

Great vlog!!! I can see how much work went into the project so far but it will be worth it in the end. Can’t wait for the next update❤

[@charlieehstephenson4893]

And that’s why we consistently show up your authenticity is 💯 ❤

[@anyat686]

Ohh. A compactor might have been a good idea. With a hardcore base and lay on concrete!! Always start to lay in line with the house. I learned all this the hard way !! But a great first attempt. Looks fab. You’ll get you a few years out of it. But next time you’ll be an expert!! 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼

[@l.e.bingham6643]

Hey if it’s a part 3,4,5or 6 I will be waiting and washing take your time and be careful and stay safe.🙏🏾💖

[@MrsJohnston]

Seeing how difficult jobs like these can make shows why landscapers/brick layers etc charge as much as they do! We were considering a similar project in our garden with the hope to extend what is currently a paved path into a proper patio area. We had someone out and were quoted £1200 for 12 large slabs to be put in and of course all of the work that comes along with the job. Way too expensive for right now but probably a fair price with everything considered. Your hard work will all be worth it soon enough! It’s looking so good already :)

[@ShadeShannon]

Most definitely! I will never judge a quote I get in the future and totally support their work. The labour is strenuous and really dangerous too!

[@mariemarley7445]

Hi Shade, been waiting for this video, patio looking great, well done to you all, hard work and perseverance pays off x

[@katheryn7258]

Thanks for the update! It’s looking great so far.

[@lisaporteous3689]

thank you for showing us, well done - such a hard job. I laid a cement/sand patio a few years ago.. glad I tried it and super proud of myself but never again 😂

[@ShadeShannon]

Great job! We’ll never do this again 😂

[@annettearties8538]

Glad the old pavers were replaced. It makes a difference when you have help.😊 Excellent team work. Will you be adding an awning or pergola at entrance for shade. I feel you should run pavers throughout. No rocks.

[@rosieg1603]

It will be worth all the hard work when its done 💜 can't wait to see the finished areas 💜 I am currently digging out footings for a new conservatory 💜 this heat is causing a few issues 💜so I can relate 😉keep up the good work guys 💜

[@RaquelDonovan_]

Yes! I love how real you keep things on your channel Shade. We’ve been doing our garden for the past 2yrs 😂 x

[@ShadeShannon]

Love that! 😂

[@krystynamelkowski]

Oh god, our patio needs relaying, absolutely dreading it after watching this! 🙈😂

[@lynnr9294]

Hi Shade, rough projects like this take time, enjoy the experience, you are working with the best people ever right??? Absolutely love your channel.

[@afv8695]

Thank you for sharing reality. We are doing our patio too all our friends are saying "still working on the patio" OMG it's an endless task

[@ShadeShannon]

Omg that’s so funny 😂 truly one of the most exhausting tasks we’ve ever ever done xx

[@fayefoster5756]

Lovely u have worked so hard and the men it isn’t an easy job but just think when u have your furniture and fire pit going it will be so worth it we’ll done to all of u really enjoyed the vlog 😘💞

[@audreymcleod4076]

Moving slabs with a pair of crocs on is a disater waiting to happen 😩. I bought a fire pit last year and had it on once, it took me 6 hair washes to get the smell out of my hair, never again, great video.

[@ShadeShannon]

We need some steel caps!

[@sew_what_knot]

Thanks for the update, i still enjoyed it x

[@ShadeShannon]

I'm so glad! Xx

[@akikullie]

Absolutely loving the garden make over! You seem to get the sun most of the day in your back garden. Are you south facing?

[@carolebuckle7977]

So been there 🤦🏼‍♀️ patience is needed as you said 🤛🏻🇬🇧 p.s looking great so far xxx

[@Sarah-LouiseLawrence-Mair]

Guys you've done amazing! xxx

[@angelamasters15]

Another great video. Shade and Rob i should of told you guys about the slabs . Me and my partner had brought the 600mm x 900mm slabs . We did it ourselves too and i said the same thing never again.😂 You guys have done a job wonderful job ❤

[@maxinemuhammad5979]

Well done all involved in such a huge project it is coming along and it will make it more enjoyable all your hard work and sacrifice 😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️

[@ShadeShannon]

That's the plan! Thank you 🥰

[@suziebelle1959]

These are the best videos as they are real, garden work is one of the hardest and labour intense jobs as we tend to do them ourselves. I hope you will all get to sit in it and enjoy soon xx

[@leciabella9461]

No stress hun … you guys did great 👍

[@ShadeShannon]

Thanks so much 🥰

[@eleanorwhite4215]

I’m so glad that I was the first person to give you a like on ur video❤

[@As3lla]

🤣 when she said don't do it and then the cheerful music started playing.

[@jennywilliams7756]

You need serious patience to take on landscaping. It took a month for my garden to be landscaped. And guess what still a few little jobs to complete

[@dawnkinghorn2251]

This is how we learn though isn’t it. Looking good and will be so nice when it’s finished. Please, do me a favour though, wear covered toe shoes when your doing this stuff. Health and safety would be screaming at you! My favourite channel still xxxx

[@ShadeShannon]

Very true!! We need to get some proper boots thank you lovely! Xx

[@sharonmc5192]

Great work. Really want to do something similar in our garden but I just know I’ll be crippled! Although it is making me nervous seeing you and your partner using heavy machinery and lifting slabs in Crocs and Birkenstock sandals! 😬 Side note, what’s the sage green grey colour behind your sofa? It’s really nice 👌🏼

[@ShadeShannon]

That was silly of us really! Will invest in boots for such projects. Colour is mountain hideaway by Valspar. It’s actually a gorgeous teddy brown colour in person maybe with a hint of sage 🥰

[@sharonmc5192]

@@ShadeShannon Thanks Shade. I've heard good things about Valspar paints, esp the colour matching they can do. FYI it wasn't a dig at all your hard work on the patio (re shoes) but I'd hate to see you getting crushed toes! You can get some reasonably priced safety shoes these days in Screwfix and the like. Hope you're getting on well with the patio! We need to do something similar and it's really daunting!

[@bridiewright1519]

Maybe get solar fairy lights for outside if no plug, got ours from wilko n they are so bright ❤❤

[@noire1001]

I feel your pain. I had to remove a bunch of 900x600 council concrete slabs to build some decking and my god they were heavy. I ended up cutting them in half so i didnt destroy my back.

[@ShadeShannon]

Good tip!!

[@nicolelewis8572]

What about some solar light for outside instead of plugs

[@mafish7962]

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