Rojo the rooster. Like in Archie Campbell's song.

Toby Doeden is running for Gov in SD and claims he will eliminate property tax. He reminds me of Tommy Boys dad, and looks like he likes whiskey and could have the widowmaker anytime. But, I like him. Can he do what he says??

I don't guess I was ever close enough to him to smell him, LOL.

Techniseal recommends a free draining base under NOCO storm. They also make a dry version of NOCO for dense graded base. This product sweeps in dry and you wet it afterwards to activate.

Tecniseal has a very good reputation and is a good choice. Call them, tell them what the flagstone is laid on and where you are (climate). They will point you in the right direction. The resin based NOCO storm is a very good choice.

I have also used a product called perk grout. It is mixed and applied like mortar. Flagstone patio on dense graded base. Tedious to apply but looked good when done. Did the work in 2023 for one of my pickiest customers. Spoke to her a week ago and no mention of a problem. This means the product is performing very well.

Wet applied jointing material is resin based.i do not have much experience with them. I have recently started using them when I can because they last longer. That said, I suspect they would be a nightmare to rejoint.

Dry applied jointing sand is polymer based. I have quite a bit of experiecce with these, mostly pavers but some flagstone. Very much a love hate relationship. There always seems to be that one spot that never sets right. Resanding takes some effort, but is doable. The polymer degrades over time (3-7 years in MN). On wide joints in flagstone I have used Alliance (Gator Dust), Polysweep and SRW with poor results. I have a flagstone patio rebuild on the schedule for this year. I will be using the techniseal dry applied NOCO sand for this one due to its great reputation for flagstone on dense graded base.

Traditional jointing material like sand or gravel also works. It is easy to work with and easy to replace, but it moves alot. It will end up on the flagstone surface and plants will grow in it. The joints are also less chair friendly. This is my go to on walking paths, but not so great for patios. If you go this route, make sure to use an angular/crushed material. It packs in tighter and moves less. Rounded aggregate like pea rock and some sands roll/move too much .

That is about everything I know about jointing a flagstone patio.

If the pictures above show your first go at laying flagstone I am a bit humbled and quite impressed. I will be stealing a couple of your design elements. Top notch.

I got a brother-in-law that quit a high school teaching job to drive them full time. He gets paid 1 dollar a mile. Plus room if over nights. He spent 2 weeks last October on an elk hunt with 4 Amish men in Utah. 7800 bucks plus he stayed in the hunting lodge. His wife drives some now. Oldest boy finished high school on line so he could drive full time

The ones I am making are nightlatched. The nightlatch is on the tab the pan latches to.

Here's my new truck. The thing is super nice!

The Rabbit Hunt

let them fail

If only it was possible that the last paycheck anyone with a Cxx after their name ever collected from that company was the one they got last pay day.

like to cut some cords on those golden parachutes.

Does anyone know who sells vintage 1920’s, 1930’s and 40’s trapping pack baskets?

I’ve been following e-bay and on-line and live auctions.

Maybe someone here knows a collector willing to sell.

Thank You

Never mind, Ol Luther was located

The dang little welfare recipients never leave here. Pester us all winter long for more nectar.

It's a big one