tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2071045524242273642024-03-13T00:14:53.226-04:00Luxurious & Relaxing Outdoor Living With Pittsburgh Stone & WaterscapesPittsburgh Stone and Waterscapes, LLC is a turnkey, licensed, general landscape construction company of over 35 years. We specialize in luxurious outdoor living spaces incorporating features such as Pools, Patios, Patio roofs, waterfalls, Outdoor fireplaces and landscaping for residential clients in the Greater Pittsburgh area. Our long history in the landscape industry has been driven by our passion of creating custom outdoor spaces to enhance our customers lives and building relationships.Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-50184838096217466192018-12-13T15:32:00.001-05:002018-12-13T15:32:26.893-05:00Interior Division<h3 class="null" style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 20px; line-height: 25px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">
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Just because the pools close, the patio furniture gets put away, and the weather temperatures dip, it doesn’t mean the family fun ends for the year.</h3>
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<br /><span style="color: navy;">Let’s move the fun inside with a spectacular interior entertainment area!</span></h1>
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Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-70781592015691035452018-02-09T15:38:00.000-05:002018-02-09T15:38:02.516-05:00We always say that we’re different, but really – HOW are we different?<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="templateContainer" style="background-color: #fafafa; border-collapse: collapse; border: 0px; color: black; max-width: 600px !important; text-size-adjust: 100%; width: 100%px;"><tbody>
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<span style="color: navy;">We always say that we’re different, but really – <strong>HOW</strong> are we different?</span></h1>
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<span style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="color: #3366ff;"><em><strong>It’s our vision and approach towards our customer and their overall experience.</strong></em></span></span><br /><br />We provide our customers with the best options and resources available to create beautiful outdoor spaces that enhance their family’s lives, all while creating relationships that last. The technical part of our services is certainly an area in which we excel, but it’s our personal connection with our customer that makes all the difference. Sure, you get to know any professional you work with, but we’ve taken steps to provide you with the most customized, straight-forward information and resources possible so you can make educated, budget-wise decisions from the very start. Together, we bring your dream back yard to life in a process that works best for your unique needs.<br /><br />In most cases with renovations and construction, there is at least some level of a guessing game. You describe what you want and hope for the best. With PGHSW, you have options that provide you an inside look that virtually no others do.<br /><br /><img data-file-id="3092385" height="400" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2a21d1e5500a2861be7471766/images/4c48eff5-bc6e-49cf-9442-1041a6491e20.jpg" style="border: 0px; height: 400px; margin: 0px; outline: none; width: 600px;" width="600" /><br /><br /><span style="color: navy;"><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>1. We have bridged the toughest barrier between customer and contractor. Introducing our budgeting slideshows.</strong></span></span><br />“What is your budget?” – <em>Contractor</em><br /> “What is your cost for my project” – <em>Customer. </em><br />With some contractors, this simple dialog can take weeks of back-and-forth interaction to resolve.<br /><br />How do we combat that? We’ve developed the right tools for a customer to answer both of these questions, almost instantly and from the privacy of their home, without the contractor present.<br /><br />Yes, it will help to have a general idea of what you would like to spend, but our budget-based slideshows will give you an initial idea of how to begin creating a budget for your goals. We have compiled several slideshows, categorized by style of project: Patio, Pool, Patio roof, etc. Within each of these categories, we have approximately 10 – 20 past projects with design images, before and after pictures of the project, and perhaps most importantly, the itemized components on the job with the associated costs. This gives the customer the opportunity to view various projects, ranging in style and size, and begin crafting an itemized budget to begin planning their project.<br /><br /><strong><span style="color: navy;"><span style="font-size: 18px;">2. Once you meet with one of our designers, the sales portfolio we present in person is a per item menu of various components.</span></span></strong><br /><br />It works similar to that of an ala carte dinner menu.<br /><br />Example: You’re interested in an outdoor fireplace.<br />We have 10 different models of fireplaces that can be built 10 different ways and at 10 different cost points. Considering any specific and unique needs, the customer now works with a PGHSW design specialist to begin designing your project with real costs associated.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>And then what? How do you really KNOW this will work for you and your back yard?</strong></span><br /><br /><span style="color: navy;"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">3. Our 3D renderings allow you to see the project, drawn to scale, from the very beginning. </span></strong></span><br /><br /><img data-file-id="2960781" height="308" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2a21d1e5500a2861be7471766/images/fac6cd4f-0687-40ac-8a91-ccd2f39a71ed.png" style="border: 0px; height: 308px; margin: 0px; outline: none; width: 600px;" width="600" /><br /><br />Because of these drawings, you feel comfortable and confident with the final project before construction begins. In fact, you can even check the view from inside the house, if you would like! Worry not about being able to see the kids playing in the backyard from the kitchen window. Thanks to these renderings, you’ll see the exact area from the real viewpoint and can plan accordingly. What about planning for night-time and safety? We have that covered as well. These renderings can also show lighting aspects, allowing you to plan for those darker walkways and other travel areas.<br /><br /><img data-file-id="2918578" height="337" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2a21d1e5500a2861be7471766/images/79b9fa5a-ddca-41eb-8deb-bdf899dd8383.jpg" style="border: 0px; height: 337px; margin: 0px; outline: none; width: 600px;" width="600" /><br /><br />Make changes and adjustments as you see fit to create the perfect, dream backyard for your family.<br /><br /><br /><em><a href="mailto:info@pghsw.com" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">Contact us</a> to get started. We’ll send you the slideshows and once you have some ideas together, we’ll work with you to bring it all to life!<br /><br /><img data-file-id="3346945" height="52" src="https://gallery.mailchimp.com/2a21d1e5500a2861be7471766/images/389a08d5-02df-4cb0-a549-98ac5e285acc.jpg" style="border: 0px; height: 52px; margin: 0px; outline: none; width: 250px;" width="250" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/" style="color: #2baadf; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">www.pghsw.com</a></em></div>
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Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-71358461422361759782018-01-17T15:39:00.003-05:002018-01-17T15:45:40.646-05:00Make 2018 the year for your dream backyard!<div style="background-black: white; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px;"><div class="MsoNormal">Now, more than ever, people are utilizing their backyard space for relaxing and entertaining family and friends.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">The question is - who do you hire to handle your project?</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Most times, trying to get a larger scale project done usually requires dealing with a separate company for each feature; a separate landscaper, a separate pool installer, a separate carpenter, it can drive you crazy.</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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When you look at your backyard, what do you see? Does <a data-cke-saved-href="http://www.pghsw.com/pittsburgh-landscape-showcase.php" href="http://www.pghsw.com/pittsburgh-landscape-showcase.php">your family’s ideal outdoor space</a> come to life, complete with kitchen, living area, fireplace, and more…or do you only see potential renovation challenges?
At Pittsburgh Stone and Waterscapes, we don’t want anyone to waste time and energy making mountains out of molehills… or any other kind of hill. In most cases, the potential problem you <i>think</i> you see isn’t an issue at all. Here are some worries you can cross off your list:
Whatever went wrong with your neighbor’s backyard renovation.
Some clients are afraid to invest in backyard amenities like <a data-cke-saved-href="http://pittsburghstoneandwaterscapes.blogspot.com/2017/04/bring-your-backyard-to-life-with-ponds.html" href="http://pittsburghstoneandwaterscapes.blogspot.com/2017/04/bring-your-backyard-to-life-with-ponds.html">waterfalls</a> or patio pavers because they know someone who had a bad experience with that kind of project. In reality, these issues almost always relate to the contractor. <a data-cke-saved-href="http://pittsburghstoneandwaterscapes.blogspot.com/2017/01/backyard-projects-what-you-need-know.html" href="http://pittsburghstoneandwaterscapes.blogspot.com/2017/01/backyard-projects-what-you-need-know.html">Choosing contractors based on the quality of their work</a> rather than the price they charge means you don’t need to worry about problems with installation or maintenance.
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<span style="color: navy;"><b>Feeling like you can’t envision the final product…or final cost<span style="color: navy;">.</span></b></span>
It’s normal to feel discouraged if you can’t visualize how your yard will look once it’s been transformed. Remember that a good landscape design firm will always produce layout images, product pictures, an itemized proposal, and a complete cost breakdown of the project. This will help you to clearly identify the finished project and ensure you know exactly what you are paying for. The Pittsburgh Stone and Waterscapes Team works with <a data-cke-saved-href="http://pittsburghstoneandwaterscapes.blogspot.com/2017/02/3d-virtual-designs-your-dream-backyard.html" href="http://pittsburghstoneandwaterscapes.blogspot.com/2017/02/3d-virtual-designs-your-dream-backyard.html">3-D renderings</a> so clients can really visualize and experience their project from the outset.
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<span style="color: navy;"><b>You live in Western Pennsylvania, so your yard is hilly.</b></span>
People sometimes see rolling hillsides on their property and think there’s no chance a backyard project could work. We get it—we live with hilly yards, too. Fortunately, you don’t need to worry about those hills because they’re actually an asset! An experienced landscape designer will utilize hillsides to create elevation changes or backdrops that enhance your project.
Now that these non-issues aren’t keeping you up at night, you’re ready to start planning for that dream outdoor living space. Here are three potential problems that can be solved ahead of time, paving the way for a smooth project.
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<b><span style="font-size: 18px;"><span style="color: navy;">A few potential problems and solutions:</span></span></b>
<b>Potential Problem:</b> Your property plan
<b>Solution:</b> Review your property plan first, before you tackle any other steps in the project. Your home’s property plan was issued by the builder or seller, and you should have received a copy at your closing. It discloses all setback, easement, and property restrictions you need to know about your property. Not reviewing this at the outset could mean you have to alter or even eliminate your project later.
<b>Potential Problem: </b>Staging and accessibility
<b>Solution:</b> <a data-cke-saved-href="http://pittsburghstoneandwaterscapes.blogspot.com/2017/08/patio-budgeting-where-do-i-start.html" href="http://pittsburghstoneandwaterscapes.blogspot.com/2017/08/patio-budgeting-where-do-i-start.html">Ensure you have at least an 8’ wide pathway to get a truck or skid steer to the project area.</a> You’ll also need ample space to stage bulk materials as they are delivered. Without these in place, your contractor will have to do additional work and costs will climb.
<b>Potential Problem: </b>Existing drainage issues
<b>Solution:</b> Water is the <a data-cke-saved-href="http://pittsburghstoneandwaterscapes.blogspot.com/2017/02/retaining-walls-4-reasons-why-they-fall.html" href="http://pittsburghstoneandwaterscapes.blogspot.com/2017/02/retaining-walls-4-reasons-why-they-fall.html">#1 culprit</a> of projects failing, so proper drainage solutions for the project area have to come first. Without this, the project has no chance of survival over time.
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<i>Creating a complete outdoor living space is well worth the time, effort, and money you’ll put into it. But there’s no need to worry when you don’t have to. </i><a data-cke-saved-href="http://www.pghsw.com/pittsburgh-stone-waterscapes.php" href="http://www.pghsw.com/pittsburgh-stone-waterscapes.php"><i>Contact</i></a><i> Pittsburgh Stone and Waterscapes to get started, and let us take the stress off of your shoulders!</i>Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-66358857041810834052010-02-26T10:53:00.000-05:002010-02-26T10:53:11.086-05:00Landscape design options give homeowners new perspectiveThe actual landscape design is the corner stone to any landscape project. Professional landscape designers have portrayed their designs in forms of hand sketched renderings, topographic, and computer aided CADD designs in the past and currently. These designs give the customer a sense of scale which plant materials are being used, yard space, and the location of other components. The problem is that customers, who usually are not in the landscape industry, lack vision. This is expected especially when it comes to larger design. After experimenting over the years with doing different designs, power point presentations, trips to past projects, and many others we feel that through the addition of 3D landscape design to our services we can finally give customers the perspective they are looking for. These designs offer everything the past designs offer but much more. It gives the customer to view the design at any angle, shows how the landscape design works with the existing exterior features (including the home), and gives you the ability to move features in the design around during your presentations with the click of your mouse. <div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: left;"><strong>Koi Pond</strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzeS_5jHkvL5uIesttrPTQWbxuc3fIkfRodS5kEWaNv9GWxnDL9E9m33JJhri8HkBeAyM-B8AbFSRew0byCayuMbvLdpYb48oKkyDNV-pTXm-JNrsBYTUJB-m9MAyEfZuYN-Yo2VuIopCq/s1600-h/7._Koi.jpg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ct="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzeS_5jHkvL5uIesttrPTQWbxuc3fIkfRodS5kEWaNv9GWxnDL9E9m33JJhri8HkBeAyM-B8AbFSRew0byCayuMbvLdpYb48oKkyDNV-pTXm-JNrsBYTUJB-m9MAyEfZuYN-Yo2VuIopCq/s320/7._Koi.jpg.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: left;"><strong>Overall Waterfeature</strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQtQPnI77Rck6QJQ9GrDLu0jEBFLaUYjb-s8C9fzfOyhTvsV6gkqF90IW9srWZJLvt3BxEUTdzhoNCjgXkmThhCur4oKfMSEgVmlsU3whQZzACornGriz6OaXMMYOI5q6b-aP3q7lOhB42/s1600-h/8._Overall_water_feature.jpg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ct="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQtQPnI77Rck6QJQ9GrDLu0jEBFLaUYjb-s8C9fzfOyhTvsV6gkqF90IW9srWZJLvt3BxEUTdzhoNCjgXkmThhCur4oKfMSEgVmlsU3whQZzACornGriz6OaXMMYOI5q6b-aP3q7lOhB42/s320/8._Overall_water_feature.jpg.jpg" /></a></div>Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-5809586422366640772010-01-19T12:48:00.002-05:002010-01-19T12:56:51.102-05:00Pittsburgh Outdoor kitchens take home entertainment to another levelWith today’s hardscape and landscape materials skilled contractors are able to bring gourmet cooking and dining outdoors with style. The Landscape design industry has been introduced to an endless supply of stainless steel kitchen appliances that are produced for outdoor use too work in conjunction with hardscape materials. Here are a few of the options that can be added to your outdoor kicthen design:<br /><br />- Sinks<br />- Refrigerators<br />- Ice makers<br />- Grills<br />- Keg misters<br />- Storage areas<br /><br />The list of hardscape materials such as pavers, retaining wall stone, and various coping also has a widespread of variety to give your outdoor kitchen a unique look while complimenting your existing landscape design or home exterior.<br /><br />The following pictures are a few outdoor kitchens, and outdoor dining areas completed by Pittsburgh Stone and Waterscapes.<br /><br /><div><div><div><div><div><div>(Pic1) This picture illustrates the following: <a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/008-copy-752375.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/008-copy-752278.jpg" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/008-copy-768251.jpg"></a><br />- built in gas grill<br />- 8’ x 2.5’ dining area<br />- 6’ x 4’ preparation area<br />- stainless steel double doors for storage</div><br /><div>(Pic2) This picture illustrates the following: <a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/IMG_0560-copy-703369.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/IMG_0560-copy-703285.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />- built in gas grill<br />- Two 2’ x 2’ preparation areas<br />- 8’ x 2.5’ dining area</div><br /><div>(Pic 3)</div><div><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/IMG_0579-copy-760758.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/IMG_0579-copy-760687.jpg" border="0" /></a></div><br /><div>(Pic 4) This picture illustrates the following: <a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Picture-997-copy-708727.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Picture-997-copy-708658.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />- built in gas grill<br />- 2’ x 2’ preparation area<br />- 4’ x 2’ preparation area<br />- Stainless steel doors with storage area</div><br /><div></div><div>(Pic 5) This picture illustrates the following: <a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Zimmer-grill-copy-756592.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Zimmer-grill-copy-756518.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />- built in gas grill<br />- Two 2’ x 2’ preparation areas<br />- Two sitting walls with pillars</div></div></div></div></div></div>Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-18180518775526795212010-01-13T12:01:00.003-05:002010-01-13T13:05:23.035-05:00Big hillsides provide big possibilities By: Jeff BlunkoskyIt is hard to even find a piece of property in Western Pennsylvania that doesn’t have some sort of hillside incorporated on it. Don’t let hillsides deter you away from involving a landscape project on your property. Don’t fight it work with it! Natural hillsides add beautiful proportion and symmetry that can highlight any landscape. These natural slopes are great for waterfalls, steps, boulders, and flowy landscape greenery.<br /><br /><div><div><div>The featured project was built in Burgettstown. Picture 1 illustrates the before picture of our project. This hillside is a major focal point from several areas of the home. We added two Retaining walls, landscape beds, boulders, natural stone steps, and a small pond and waterfall. These materials collaborated to turn a once unused piece of hillside to a beautiful landscape design which can seen at many areas of the house along with the waterfall which can be heard.</div><br /><div><strong>Picture 1:</strong> Before</div><div><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/1-copy-723415.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/1-copy-723139.jpg" border="0" /></a></div><br /><div><strong>Picture 2</strong>: Illustrates the finished landscape design<a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2-copy-720874.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2-copy-720591.jpg" border="0" /></a></div><div><strong>Wall material:</strong> Versa lok mosaic<br /><strong>Color:</strong> Allegheny blend</div><br /><div><strong>Picture 3</strong>: Illustrates the pond and waterfall<a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/3-copy-784348.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/3-copy-784057.jpg" border="0" /></a></div><div><strong>Waterfall size</strong>: 2’ x 10’<br /><strong>Pond size</strong>: 6’ x 8’<br /><strong>Pond components</strong>: Aquascape </div><br /><div><strong>Picture 4</strong>: Illustrates the natural stone walkway<a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2003_0102Image0001-copy-760725.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2003_0102Image0001-copy-760400.jpg" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2003_0102Image0001-771124.JPG"></a></div><div><strong>Material</strong>: Sandstone rock</div><br /><div></div></div></div>Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-82646194816392168082010-01-05T11:42:00.008-05:002010-01-13T13:17:12.140-05:00Raised Patios raise the bar for back yard excellence<div><div><div><div>One of the big misconception consumers have about paver surfaces is that they have to be installed on grade. Well, nothing could be further from the truth. With the help of properly installed segmented retaining wall systems raised patio surfaces have become quite common for residential and commercial applications. One example is the job illustrated below which was done for a family in Moon Twp.<br /><br />Picture 1 illustrates a traditional wood deck that has began to rot away and become an eye sore. The task of replacing this deck with a paved surface was a little tricky but definitely workable. The grade of the finished patio on one side of the house was 8’ above grade and the opposite side was 6” above grade. In order to deal with the rapid grade change a reinforced retaining wall needed to be built before the pavers could be started.<br /><br /><div><div><strong>Picture 1</strong>: Existing Wooden Deck </div><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/1-copy-772201.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 271px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/1-copy-771923.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div><strong>Picture 2-3</strong>: Illustrates sections of the retaining wall that was built around the perimeter of the patio.<br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2-784258.jpg"></a></div><br /><div><strong>Picture 2</strong></div><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2-copy-725040.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2-copy-724614.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><strong>Wall product</strong>: Unilock Pisa 2<br /><strong>Color</strong>: Beech wood</div><br /><div><strong>Picture 3</strong> </div></div><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/3-copy-745790.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/3-copy-745187.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><div><strong>Wall product</strong>: Unilock Pisa 2<br /><strong>Color</strong>: Beech wood</div><br /><div><strong>Picture 4: </strong>Illustrates the steps that lead from the paver surface to the existing grade.<br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/4-716236.jpg"></a></div><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/4-copy-715241.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/4-copy-714655.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><strong>Wall Product</strong>:<strong> </strong>Pisa 2</div><div><strong>Color</strong>: Beechwood</div><div><strong>Custom Railing</strong>: Steel</div><br /><div><strong>Picture 5</strong>: Illustrates the finished paver patio. Pillars with steel railing were installed for safety and to break up the large patio surface.</div><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/5-copy-795726.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/5-copy-795159.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><strong>Paver Product</strong>: Unilock hollandstone<br /><strong>Color</strong>: Beechwood</div><div><strong>Pattern</strong>: 45 degree herringbone</div></div></div></div></div></div>Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-27049531893527215012009-12-29T10:36:00.006-05:002010-01-13T12:25:02.159-05:00Adding color and stability to steep hillsidesThis project was conducted in Wexford Pa. The situation was we had a steep hillside that needed to be landscaped. But what is the best way to landscape a steep hillside that a strong rain won’t wash everything off of. The first thing that needed to be incorporated was stability to the hillside. So, the first thing we did was go throughout the hillside a place large boulders that would stabilize soils, mulch, and serve as footing for plant material. After the boulders were placed perennials were placed throughout the hillside which were low growing (which also stabilized mulch) and added a variety of color. Lastly, the beds were edged and mulch was applied. This was a commercial landscape application, but this method can also be applied at any residential hillside.<br /><br /><strong>Picture 1</strong>: Takeuchi Excavation<br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2002_01150015-725095.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2002_01150015-724825.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Picture 2</strong>: Finished Landscape<br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/1-795812.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/1-794892.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Picture 3</strong>: Finished Landscape<br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2-779324.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2-778482.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2-779324.jpg"></a>Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-57140768137320821552009-12-11T11:56:00.006-05:002010-01-13T12:38:40.724-05:00Entertainment For All AgesIt can sometimes be difficult to buy on an item for your home that will not only add value to the home but also accommodate all members of the family. The options that the hardscape industry have provided to contractors makes it possible to establish an outdoor living space to accommodate all ages. This featured landscape design displays the following items:<br /><ul><li>A 1,000 sq. ft. paver patio</li><br /><li>Built in Jacuzzi</li><br /><li>A pondless waterfall</li><br /><li>Sitting walls</li><br /><li>A enclosed 400 sq. ft. paver patio</li><br /><li>Colorful landscape beds </li></ul><p>Whether Mom and Dad are having company over for dinner and drinks, or the teenagers are entertaining friends. This outdoor living space can cater to everybody’s needs.</p><p><strong>Before Picture 1</strong>: This picture was taken at the begining of construction <a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Before-705629.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Before-705491.jpg" border="0" /></a></p><p><br /><strong>Picture 2:</strong> This picture shows the finished waterfall and landscape bed<strong><br /></strong><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/After-790758.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/After-790233.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><strong>Pondless Waterfall</strong><br /><strong>Size</strong>: 8'x2' waterfall<br /><strong>Material</strong>: Aquascape</p><p><strong>After picture 3</strong>: This picture shows the main patio area<br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Patio-area-731763.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Patio-area-731114.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><strong>Material</strong>: Stratford Paver<br /><strong>Color</strong>: Allegheny Blend<br /><strong>Pattern</strong>: 45 degree Herringbone </p><p><strong>Picture 4</strong>: This picture shows a raised patio with a recessed jacuzzi<br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Jacuzzi-area-752042.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Jacuzzi-area-751539.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Picture 5</strong>: This picture shows a seperate patio area located under a second story deck<br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Enclosed-Patio-752529.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Enclosed-Patio-752107.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></p>Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-38260893791548342362009-10-06T10:12:00.004-04:002010-01-13T12:34:25.321-05:00Makeover Your Old Pool With a Hardscape TransformationDoes the ugly concrete around your pool take away from the beauty of your once enjoyable oasis? Well give it an updated facelift that will make a 20 year old pool look like new! You might even say “Well I don’t like the look of the concrete, but it’s still in good shape and it would be a shame to crack it all out”. No problem. If your concrete is still in good shape meaning it’s sloped properly for runoff and the concrete has no cracks or minimal cracks then sand can be applied right over top and pavers laid on top. Having an existing concrete base can reduce up to 40% off your hardscape cost! After adding a new updated paver appearance around your pool, other factors like adding some landscaping (a nice variation of color and shape), and even enclosed outdoor spaces like decks, pool houses, and pergolas are always an option to compliment your new outdoor entertainment area.<br /><br /><strong>Picture 1</strong>: Existing concrete patio<br /><br /><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Before-798664.jpg" border="0" /><br /><br /><br /><strong>Picture 2</strong>: Finished Paver Patio<br /><br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Touch-up_After-702223.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Touch-up_After-701679.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><strong>Material</strong>: Omni Vintage<br /><strong>Color</strong>: Allegheny Blend<br /><strong>Pattern</strong>: 45 degree herringbone<br /><br />Picture: 3 (Same as picture 2)<br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/After-2-765384.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/After-2-764833.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Picture 4</strong>: Enclosed Outdoor Living Space<br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Enclosed-patio-area-757016.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Enclosed-patio-area-756463.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><strong>Material</strong>: Cedar Wood<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/After-741299.jpg"></a>Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-59146672099973297462009-08-18T10:13:00.005-04:002009-08-18T17:52:51.934-04:00Patio, Sitting Wall, Formal Water feature, and FireplaceThis project was started May 1, 2009 and completed in one week. It was an outdoor living space created for a family residence located in Peters Township.<br /><br />The first picture illustrates the home before construction.<br /><div><div><div><br /></div><div></div><div><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Before-734034.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/Before-733969.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /></div><div></div><div>The second picture illustrates new pipe work that we had to install. These pipes were down spout drain lines for the gutters for the house. Schedule 40 4 inch pipe must always<br />be run underneath a paved surface to keep from being crushed or damaged. </div><div><br /></div><div></div><div><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/pipe-work-759387.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/pipe-work-759318.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /></div><div>The Third picture illustrates the finished project which included<br /><br /><strong>A paver patio:</strong><br /><strong>Material:</strong> Omni Vintage<br /><strong>Color:</strong> Allegheny Blend<br /><strong>Pattern:</strong> Random<br /><strong>Border:</strong> Desert Blend<br /><br /><strong>Three 2’ sitting walls with pillars:</strong><br /><strong>Material:</strong> Country Stone<br /><strong>Color:</strong> Desert Blend<br /><strong>Pattern:</strong> Running Bond<br /><br /><strong>A 6’ x 4’ formal water feature with a color falls spillway:</strong><br /><strong>Material:</strong> Country Stone<br /><strong>Color:</strong> Dessert Blend</div><div><br /><br /></div><div><strong>Pattern:</strong> Random </div><div><br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/paver-patio-765033.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/paver-patio-764971.jpg" border="0" /></a> </div><div></div><div>Fourth Picture shows an 8'x6'x4' wood burning fireplace.</div><div></div><div><strong>Material:</strong> Country Stone</div><div><strong>Color:</strong> Desert Blend</div><div><strong>Pattern:</strong> Random</div><div><strong>Inlays:</strong> Castle Mist, Artiste<br /><br /></div><div></div><div><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/fireplace-705077.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 267px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/fireplace-705007.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /><br /></div><div></div></div></div>Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-12528525283942709172009-08-11T10:29:00.004-04:002010-01-13T12:37:12.701-05:00Bringing your hillside to lifeMany homeowners in Pennsylvania are faced with the same dilemma concerning their backyard space, and steep hillsides. There are several options homeowners have with dealing with unsightly hillsides.<br /><br /><ol><li>Retaining walls</li><li>Grading</li><li>Ignore it</li><li>Add a water feature and boulder scape. This concept has become very popular for homeowners who want to bring their backyard to life and utilize unused yard space. By incorporating rock, water, and plant life your once unsightly hillside becomes your own private sanctuary. The pictures below show a once unusable piece of yard space transformed into a backyard oasis.</li></ol><br /><p></p>Picture 1: Hillside Before<br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/before-783193.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/before-783189.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Picutre 2</strong>: Finished pond, waterfall, landscape<br /><img style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 213px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/pond-739709.JPG" border="0" /><br /><strong>Pond Material</strong>: Aquascape<br /><strong>Waterfall Size</strong>: 18'x2'<br /><strong>Pond Size</strong>: 15'x10'Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-70611437904558876262009-07-23T09:00:00.004-04:002009-07-23T09:30:28.107-04:00Investing in a permanent vacationThe current difficult economic time we live in today makes it difficult for one to relax. Every time you turn the T.V. on you hear the media telling consumers to “tighten their belts and spend wisely”. With an uncertain economic future ahead of us, what are people to do when they get fried from work and need a place to retreat to? Can’t go on that expensive vacation that only lasts a week. What about bringing the vacation to you ? How nice would it be to come home to your own backyard sanctuary ? To be greeted by the sound of water cascading from rocks, the foliage of colored perennials swaying in the wind as you lean back in your favorite patio chair and take yourself away from the stress of the day and into your private place of serenity. This could be a place you go to lose yourself and get relaxed and focus or an entertainment area for family and friends. These outdoor living spaces have replaced the living rooms, and game rooms of the past and have moved us outside to utilize that back yard space and soke up the sun and fresh air. The options for these areas are limitless and can accommodate any size yard. Features can include paver patios, sitting walls, outdoor kitchens, fire places, hot tubs, pools, waterfalls, and much more.<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/IMG_0693-768946.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 213px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/IMG_0693-768449.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/DSCF0024-712498.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/DSCF0024-712221.JPG" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2007_09130001-750894.JPG"></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2007_09130001-750894.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2007_09130001-750885.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.pghsw.com/uploaded_images/2007_09130001-750894.JPG"></a>Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-59696844472154242352009-07-15T14:43:00.001-04:002009-07-16T01:03:26.097-04:00Finally! Pittsburgh homeowners are safe from fraudulant contractorsIn 2008 Pa. legislature passed the home Improvement Consumer Protection Act. The law requires that all contractors who perform at least $5,000 worth of home improvements per year must register with the Attorney Generals office. This Act was passed because due to the hundreds of fraudulent contractors that were ripping off thousands of hard working Pa. homeowners yearly.<br /><br />As of July 1, 2009 consumers in Pa. will be able to verify legitimate contractors by visiting the website (<a href="http://www.attorneygeneral.gov/hiccon.aspx" target="_blank">www.attorneygeneral.gov/hiccon.aspx</a>) or call 1-800-520-6680. Our company Pittsburgh Stone and Waterscapes HIC # is PA 030554.<br /><br />In order for a contractor to be registered they must submit the following information and it must be accepted by the Attorney Generals office.<br /><br />1. Information on any prior home improvement business operated by the applicant.<br /><br />2. Information on other contractor licenses and registrations held by applicant.<br /><br />3. ackground disclosures, including information on prior bankruptcies, criminal pleas, and convictions<br /><br />4. Insurance policy information showing at least $50,000 of personal injury liability coverage and $50,000 of property damage coverage.<br /><br />By going to the above website, clicking on list of registered contractors you can find registered contractors by entering their PA # or the name of their company.<br /><br />By taking five minutes to do this crucial research you at least know about your contractors history, and may save you from a poor installation that may cost you thousands more to have a qualified contractor do a second time. Just like the unfortunate homeowners below. <div><div><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHP0Pmj9DSxAiMOM8PsDuSyn7abBTr7dPpn_doA602T4ynsZ_fNsWiZhEpl2WGPEU6rOir_hKs5VRfzhojXWrXewZdYOYiVp8TK_GbN2mS8w0pwAewUh97z8cmQC8SRou-o_RlsX665XtF/s1600-h/HPIM0483.JPG" target="_blank"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358760697616848274" style="width: 320px; height: 242px;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHP0Pmj9DSxAiMOM8PsDuSyn7abBTr7dPpn_doA602T4ynsZ_fNsWiZhEpl2WGPEU6rOir_hKs5VRfzhojXWrXewZdYOYiVp8TK_GbN2mS8w0pwAewUh97z8cmQC8SRou-o_RlsX665XtF/s320/HPIM0483.JPG" border="0" /></a></p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMppIVTlSsN3imOCFGKdXY3tB-TU67yhSvN9b7yRJ1pvLp2ZB1XqlUkYIkjn1823nCVl7VKZHhpd5gIV6aTqhRrHU2jJZ0HE5x6eiylV3lhvsEF-lJsUeS6SoXUyC4NLUI0gx8sdZ_ZZeJ/s1600-h/2003_01010019.JPG" target="_blank"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358760435466191410" style="width: 320px; height: 240px;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMppIVTlSsN3imOCFGKdXY3tB-TU67yhSvN9b7yRJ1pvLp2ZB1XqlUkYIkjn1823nCVl7VKZHhpd5gIV6aTqhRrHU2jJZ0HE5x6eiylV3lhvsEF-lJsUeS6SoXUyC4NLUI0gx8sdZ_ZZeJ/s320/2003_01010019.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLtKNvN9SOcFfQwU3RqISR0Q_GqxTmrtTBxmrehoar_NdXVD5HZ01TpieGBlaqZJL2WPM_C9hPz3mhnUTyP4JOXnZUHw28Gw-wjEWrGkEmgTFzkkFgVm8wokZnn3rYhZUHiEeuHzT5fPOV/s1600-h/2002_01120003.JPG" target="_blank"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358760165994809074" style="width: 320px; height: 240px;" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLtKNvN9SOcFfQwU3RqISR0Q_GqxTmrtTBxmrehoar_NdXVD5HZ01TpieGBlaqZJL2WPM_C9hPz3mhnUTyP4JOXnZUHw28Gw-wjEWrGkEmgTFzkkFgVm8wokZnn3rYhZUHiEeuHzT5fPOV/s320/2002_01120003.JPG" border="0" /></a></p></div></div>Jeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-207104552424227364.post-15262010298819551782009-07-14T14:03:00.000-04:002009-07-14T15:11:20.811-04:00Who We Are<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFHvORMihdTvhHSJJOTzF1F9i-RHnOW30LZS855aQq6_t7Sw_I6IqYb3kd8bYZlhyphenhyphenEI_fjJhQuci9GRi7GaucFOBDAw70Lae3CpvEgNzJ9DDypwP5U2xFd4Yv1nNQLZhsx6jrfg5mmIO7n/s1600-h/location+4,+patio,pillars,sitting+walls,fireplace,waterfall.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358378495655647810" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 214px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFHvORMihdTvhHSJJOTzF1F9i-RHnOW30LZS855aQq6_t7Sw_I6IqYb3kd8bYZlhyphenhyphenEI_fjJhQuci9GRi7GaucFOBDAw70Lae3CpvEgNzJ9DDypwP5U2xFd4Yv1nNQLZhsx6jrfg5mmIO7n/s320/location+4,+patio,pillars,sitting+walls,fireplace,waterfall.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Pittsburgh Stone & Waterscapes was created and has been family run since 1982.<br /><br />We have earned the reputation as Pittsburgh’s premier landscape and hardscape company due to our service, quality, experience, and customer satisfaction.<br /><br />As a Licensed Pittsburgh Landscaper our services include: landscaping design, retaining wall construction, paver installation, water features, outdoor kitchens, and many more, to suit any customer’s home exterior needs, from small scale projects like a sidewalk or patio, to new large scale construction like a paver driveway complete with a block retaining wall system or a full service outdoor kitchen!<br /><br />Our goal is to design and custom build projects that best suit the customer’s needs. The correct balance of Landscape, Hardscape, and lawn space is imperative for a well proportioned design. As you will see in our photo galleries no two of our designs are alike.<br /><br />Please visit us at www.pghsw.comJeff Blunkoskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00064747676350695560noreply@blogger.com1