Sparta, NJ Entryway Resurface

This project began with the intention of resurfacing everything. However, with more investigation, the brick and limestone steps leading from the driveway were deemed to be not structurally sound. These were removed and repoured along with a portion of the sidewalk next to these steps. We also removed the little cheek walls on the porch that served no purpose. This would create more usable space and a cleaner look. Once the demolition was done, we applied lathe and a scratch coat to the porch, then poured a heavily reinforced “scratch coat” to correct the pitch problems and eliminate the large step coming out of the house. Once all of the structural work was done, we began to pour our cast in place concrete tile in the random ashlar pattern. The formwork was done in a way to allow for the application of Cultured Stone to the risers of the steps and the porch area. Once the stonework was done, we grouted everything with an uncolored natural grout. All work was completed in 3 working days, and even with the extra demolition, there was minimal disturbance to the existing landscape.