This Dad Transformed A Hole In His Patio Into Something Awesome.

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So the hole got bigger…

And reinforced…

Begin plumbing for main drain and skimmer…

Concrete pad pour and pump installation…

Begin work on the grotto (or “Cave” as my son calls it)…

REBAR! – 8×8 squares with #5 steel…

Future swimmer…

Shotcrete…

Week after shotcrete…

Discharge tank, creeks and baby pool after shotcrete…

Creating beautiful rocks…

This is the most tedious part of building a rock pool. A thick layer 

of high durability latex was spread over real rocks with good texture.

Get pool plastered by professional and fill with water…

The “Cave”…

Testing the waters…

First time in, he likes it!

Last stage: Build a raised fire pit and invite good friends over…