Doug demonstrates the appropriate steps for properly cleaning old or stained pavers and making them look new again. This video also covers the process of paver sealing to protect your pavers from the elements. Ensuring proper paver maintenance will keep your patio and garden pathways looking great for years to come!
Looking for more patio ideas? Check out these books;
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https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
Here's more info on Techniseal Paver Care products;
https://techniseal.com/pro_en_us/all/paver-care
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
For more information about my San Diego based landscape design services, please contact me at Kalal5@sbcglobal.net
Here is the blog of Doug Kalal from Great Gardens Landscape Design. Use the search box to find lots of great ideas for your landscape.
Showing posts with label Pools and Hot Tubs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pools and Hot Tubs. Show all posts
Monday, August 11, 2025
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Video - See 6 Backyard Makeovers in Just 3 Minutes!
Doug showcases a rapid tour of landscape construction sites, highlighting a pool build in progress. He also shares insights on shade structures, backyard renovation, and flagstone patio design. This fast-paced video offers a glimpse into hardscaping and various stages of landscape design. The construction tour continues as I check on 6 projects I designed. This video was shot in San Diego, California.
Looking for more patio ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
For more information about my San Diego based landscape design services, please contact me at Kalal5@sbcglobal.net
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Video - See What Happens at 4 Busy Backyard Construction Sites from Pools to Pat...
Doug visits four different landscape construction sites, showcasing progress on his landscape design projects. Watch as he shares insights and tackles challenges in pool construction, backyard landscaping, including paving and demolition. Get inspired for your own backyard renovation!
The best part of being a landscape designer is watching my designs get built. Here is a typical week as I check on 4 projects in construction. This video was shot in San Diego, California.
Looking for more patio ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Video - Watch These Landscapes Get Awesome Upgrades!
Doug shares a quick update on multiple landscape construction sites, including a synthetic shade structure. He's also overseeing an outdoor kitchen build and progress on a pool installation. Check out the video for some backyard design inspiration!
Here are the links to the shade structure kit;
https://www.try-tech.com/
https://amzn.to/441aq72
Looking for more patio ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/40x3Jds
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Video - What happens in a week of Landscape Construction Demolition, Pools, Pa...
This week, Doug is on location to oversee the construction of a stunning outdoor living space featuring stamped concrete. He's also checking on the pool construction and gunite application, ensuring every detail aligns with the client's vision. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting project!
Looking for more patio ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Monday, June 23, 2025
Video - 20 Easy Ways to Make Your Patio Awesome!
Ready to spruce up your outdoor space? Doug shares some great patio furniture ideas to get you started! Consider adding a cozy outdoor spaces with some string lights for a relaxing backyard oasis. Don't forget a patio dining set to enjoy those summer evenings.
Here are the links for some of the items in the video;
DINING FURNITURE
https://amzn.to/4kRbrHt
CAFE FURNITURE
https://amzn.to/4k3bjU0
FIREPIT FURNITURE
https://amzn.to/447p5AB
OUTDOOR RUG
https://amzn.to/4lpnV9j
WATER FOUNTAIN
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WALL ART
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GARDEN ART
https://amzn.to/3xjxKxF
https://amzn.to/3RbqQ8e
https://amzn.to/4iTxwDV
BIRD FEEDER
https://amzn.to/4iz00mu
https://amzn.to/43Z6dDL
GARDEN SWING
https://amzn.to/4k93f4m
OUTDOOR TV
https://amzn.to/4li4grF
https://amzn.to/3G1bdhZ
WIND SCULPTURE
https://amzn.to/43YHr6A
RAIN CHAIN
https://amzn.to/4kTBP3p
BBQ
https://amzn.to/44g2ZKW
LOUNGE CHAIRS
https://amzn.to/4nbmjBL
Looking for more patio ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Video - Wood Deck vs Synthetic Deck
Are you thinking about having a new deck built? Wood deck or synthetic deck? This video will discuss the pluses and minuses of both materials. Trex, TimberTech, Ipe and Mangaris are the materials I will review in this video.
Here are some links to more patio ideas;
https://amzn.to/3YTz09S
https://amzn.to/4duLmuQ
https://amzn.to/43oWUva
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Video - Small Backyard Remodel #6 Jacuzzi, Trex Synthetic Deck, Decomposed Gra...
Do you have a small backyard that needs a remodel? This series will show you a dozen different ideas of what to do with a small backyard. This one features a Trex synthetic deck with a built in Jacuzzi and a decomposed granite pathway.
Looking for more patio ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Video - Pavers vs Concrete for your landscape project
Concrete or Pavers for your new patio, driveway, pool deck of pathway? This is the most common question I get as a landscape designer. Here are the pluses and minuses of both along with how they are built.
Looking for more patio ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
Here are links to some of the products in this video;
https://www.rcpblock.com/
https://www.belgard.com/
https://www.daviscolors.com/concrete-colors/
https://www.angeluspavingstones.com/
https://www.eminentpavers.com/top-pavers-manufacturers
https://modernbuilders.net/
https://www.orco.com/
https://www.krcrock.com/
https://www.olsenpavingstone.com/
Here is the link for the Davis Concrete Color catalog;
https://www.daviscolors.com/concrete-colors/
Here is some more info on the Top Cast process;
https://www.buildsite.com/pdf/daytonsuperior/Top-Cast-Installation-Instructions-1440255.pdf
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Video - 30 Backyard Patio Ideas and how much do they cost
Are you looking for ideas for a new outdoor patio? From Pavers to tile to decking. This video shows examples of them all plus rough costs of these materials. Looking for more info? Here are some great books on the subject;
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Video - How a pool gets built
Here are the basics in how a pool gets built. Thank you to Premier Pools and Unique Landscaping. They did a great job on this project.
Looking for more landscape ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3O6hclN
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
For more information about my San Diego based landscape design services,
please contact me at Kalal5@sbcglobal.net
Friday, October 25, 2024
Video - 50 Outdoor Furniture Ideas for Your Back Yard
Now that you have finished your back yard remodel it's time to add some furniture. But what kind and how much does it cost? Here are some answers. Here are links to lots of different types of outdoor furniture ideas;
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https://amzn.to/48puWBt
https://amzn.to/4hnG8Tc
https://amzn.to/48pvcAr
https://amzn.to/3NCahAO
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https://amzn.to/4e15vY7
https://www.costco.com/
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Sunday, July 7, 2024
Video - How much do different patio materials cost
Are you looking for ideas for a new outdoor patio? From Pavers to tile to decking. This video shows examples of them all plus rough costs of these materials.
Looking for more info? Here are some great books on the subject;
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Video - Jacuzzi vs Hot Tub
What is the difference between a hot tub and a jacuzzi? How much do they cost? These questions and more are answered in this short video.
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Friday, May 10, 2024
Photo - Small Pool
This small pool measures 14' x 22' with a built in hot tub.
Photos taken by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
Video - How to build a brick patio
Here is how to build a brick patio from start to finish. We used brick from Pacific Clay Products. The color is called 'Manufactured Used White'. The bricks were set in a basket weave pattern. Here is more info on the bricks we used.
https://www.pacificclay.com/product/pavers
Looking for more patio ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Video - 50 Patio Remodel Ideas
Are you thinking about remodeling your back yard? Here are 50 different patios covering a wide range of materials and costs. This video has;
13 - Concrete Patios
14 - Paver Patios
7 - Flagstone Patios
3 - Wood or Synthetic Decks
9 - Tile Patios and
4 - Decomposed Granite Patios
Looking for more patio ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Video - 5 Backyard Makeover Ideas
Here are 5 backyard makeovers that cover a wide range of different situations from a new pool to terracing a hillside.
Looking for more patio ideas? Check out these books;
https://amzn.to/3mYIFfv
https://amzn.to/3ixeAhM
https://amzn.to/3DepGjk
https://amzn.to/3lwOmxK
Here's the link for the smart cafe lights in the video;
https://amzn.to/48uARo9
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Sunday, November 19, 2023
Video - How to build a pool
Here are the basics in how to build a pool. Thank you to Premier Pools and Unique Landscaping. They did a great job on this project.
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Video - How to Install a Tile Patio or Walkway
Tile is a great material for outdoor walkways and patios. Travertine, Quartzite or Porcelain are all good choices. Here's how it gets installed.
Thank you to Unique Landscaping for their assistance in making this video.
Video by Doug Kalal, Great Gardens Landscape Design
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