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Backyard Beach Construction in New England: Drainage, Base, and Sand Specs

Same 10-step process as for any backyard beach: level, edge, excavate 3 ft, call utilities, rent bobcat, install perforated drain pipe (fabric-wrapped) from high to low, cover with 1 ft gravel, landscape fabric, then 1–2 ft washed masonry sand. Sand formula: tons = L×W×D ÷ 27 × 1.5. Test sand for comfort. Proper drainage prevents a muddy puddle.

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