Sina Kamran
Hardscape Specialist
Education
- Received certification from the Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA)
Certifications & Organizations
- Licensed as a C-27 Landscaping Contractor in California
- Licensed as a B General Building Contractor in California
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Co-authored Articles (47)
How to
Make a Smokeless Fire Pit
Want to be the envy of all your neighbors? A smokeless fire pit is the perfect way to enjoy an outdoor fire without that obnoxious smoke sticking to your clothes, and it’s easy to build one of these, too. If you’re l...
How to
Use a Dumpy Level
A dumpy level, also known as an automatic level or builder’s level, is a tool designed to find the height of land masses. Though these devices may look intimidating or confusing, dumpy levels are fairly easy to use onc...
How to Divert Water Runoff Away from Your House
''Prevent foundation damage and lawn issues with these effective drainage tips'' When inclement weather results in excess water collecting around your home, it's essential to have adequate drainage to prevent damage to y...
How to
Build a Firewood Rack
Storing your firewood on the ground leaves it open to the elements and insects which could make it unusable. Luckily, you can safely store firewood in a firewood rack to prevent it from being damaged. If you’re looking...
How to
Stain Ceramic Tile
Whether you have just moved into a new house with outdated tile designs and colours, or you just want to change the ambience of a room, staining tiles is a good alternative to removing and replacing them. Fortunately, st...
How to Build a Secure Fence with Pallets
If you’re looking for a relatively short but fairly sturdy fence with a rustic flair and a low cost for materials, why not pick up some old pallets from a nearby warehouse or store? Of course, you can’t just stand th...
How to Build an Elevated Deck: Design to Completion
An elevated deck (also called a raised deck) offers a great outdoor extension of your indoor living space. While it’s not a job for beginners, adding a deck is a good DIY project with the right planning, skills, and eq...
How to
Store Firewood
Firewood can provide warmth all winter long and a roaring fireplace can create a cozy setting. Storing firewood correctly can protect your wood and create a reserve during cold seasons. If you store firewood outdoors, ch...
How to
Acid Etch Concrete
Concrete that hasn't been treated in any way after being poured can be too hard and smooth to accept paint or protective sealants. However, etching (or washing) concrete with acid opens the pores of the concrete and prep...
How to
Use Concrete Form Tubes
Form tubes make it easy to pour concrete support footings for mailboxes, fence posts, decks, and other structures. After digging a hole in the correct dimensions for the support, slide the form tube into the hole and fil...
How to
Install Decomposed Granite
Decomposed granite is a type of surfacing material made up of crushed rock. Since it is firm and water-resistant, it is often installed as a natural alternative to material like pavement.. 12 October 2023. It also happen...
How to Make an Easy DIY Bocce Ball Court
Learn how to size and set up the ultimate backyard bocce court Bocce ball is an old Italian lawn game traditionally played on a flat surface covered with sand or short grass and contained within a wooden border. Bocce is...
How to
Cut Slate
If you're working on a project at home and you're using slate, you may need to cut it to fit it into different spaces. To cut slate, you'll need to mark the slate so that you have a line to cut across. Then, you'll need ...
How to
Close in an Unwanted In Ground Pool
Filling in an unwanted in-ground pool requires experienced help from a contractor. You can have the pool filled in with concrete or soil, or opt to hire a design firm to construct a deck or structure on top of your pool....
How to
Make a Wishing Well
Want to add something new to your yard? Why not add a cute wishing well? Wooden wishing wells can be used as a decorative planter or septic tank cover, and they’re surprisingly simple to make. In this article, we’ll ...
How to
Sculpt With Concrete
Sculpture can be created with several different materials, including concrete. There are three ways to created a sculpture from concrete. Concrete sculptures can be created by casting the concrete, carving the concrete, ...
How to
Stain Stone
Stone used in building or decorating often has an attractive, if understated, texture. Applying a stain to the stone can help bring out this natural texture and add to the stone’s visual appeal. Be aware that staining ...
How to
Build a Ranch Style Fence
A ranch-style fence, also known as a post and rail or pasture fence, has 3–4 horizontal rails spanning around the entire perimeter that work well for keeping livestock or just adding a decorative touch outside your hom...
How to
Build an Outdoor Barbeque
An outdoor barbecue is a great DIY project that anyone with a little masonry experience can handle. To build a simple but effective brick grill, choose a safe location and start by laying a concrete footer. Build up the ...
How to
Build a Picnic Table
One of life's pleasures is going outdoors when the weather is pleasant. Whether you plan on sitting in the shade or having a picnic, having a sturdy table helps. Building a good table is relatively straightforward, but y...
