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Rooftop Garden: Final Touches From "Home Transformations" episode DHTR-201

Once the roof top garden starts taking shape, a water irrigation system is installed along with rope lighting. Greenery is planted and the deck is power-washed.

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	Dennis's rooftop deck with a breathtaking, panoramic view of the city, is now spectacular.
	The existing area was turned into an inviting space that allows Dennis and his guests to enjoy the scenery.

Materials:

dip system
batteries
rope lighting
plants
power washer
chairs
table

Final Touches

1. Install a drip system on the existing water system. Lay out the tubing around the deck and on the planter boxes, insert drippers.

2. Flush the lines and set the timer–the drip system is in place.

3. Install exterior rope lights, which pop into a track supplied with the product.

4. Then, plant the greenery.

5. Finally power-wash the deck.

RESOURCES :

Manual Retractable Awning
Style: Elegante
Color: Linen with Forest Green Trim
Website: www.retractableawnings.com

Rope Light
Style: 1/2" Incandescent Rope Lights
Color: White
Website: www.noveltylights.com

Terra Cotta Pots
Website: www.norcalpottery.com

Plants and Vines
Variety: Pink Bower Vine, Clemetis, Tea Rose, Verbena
Website: www.pacificnurseries.com

Power Tools
Website: www.skil.com and
Website: www.makitatools.com

Hand Tools
Website: www.stanleytools.com