Luxurious Sidewalk Additions: Granite Beginnings

Granite instillations are in full-swing. This is how it works:

1) Lay down a rough layer of concrete.

 2) Smooth some sand over it.

3) Deliver the granite blocks.

4) Lay down the granite blocks as tightly as possible. According to the resident expert Ernie, loose blocks allow theft, causing a serious hazard for people in heels. 

5) Once the granite is laid, sprinkle some sand on the blocks. This will act as lubrication for the "plate tamper."

6) Use the plate tamper to stamp down the granite. After this step, the granite blocks should be safely nestled.

With every construction project, there is some waste. The technical term for this concrete pile, according to an anonymous worker, is "truck poo."

Photos by Simone Truemner-Caron