The first step was to lay out an hexagon. Laying out a perfect square takes a bit of careful attention. A hexagon is definitely a level or two harder.
There are some formulas and techniques for doing this that we found out on google. Unfortunately, most of them require some special tools like compasses and angle measuring devices which I didn't have on me at the time.
Despite using "bear skins and stone knives" for tools, we manged to get the hexagon pretty dang close.
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| From 2014-08-17 |
One of the challenges we faced was the dirt we were planting the posts in was about 6 inches deep, and mostly limestone after that.. I was afraid one or more posts, which have to be in a precise location, would end up right over solid rock.
With this needing to be a precise hexagon, moving the post to a less rocky place was not an option and I was deathly afraid I would get five posts in and find the sixth one was impossible.
We lucked out though and were able to put all the posts where they're supposed to go. That doesn't mean we didn't have to do a lot of rock hammering.
After a lot of pounding with the breaker bar, we persevered and got all the posts at least 23-25 inches deep.
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| From 2014-08-17 |
Although it was sturdy enough with just the posts and beams, we decided to put an additional stabilizing ring to prevent rotation and it also acts as a nice highlight.
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| From 2014-09-20 |
A view from below
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| From 2014-09-20 |
Here's a flyover shot from the drone at twilight. The upper hexagon ring really sets it off. I still need to get it stained though so the color matches up better.
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| From 2014-09-15 |
Now to add the swings, more rock, gravel and finish staining.
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| From Pictures |
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