Using pavers to create durable and magnificent paths and patios is not a new thing. Over 4,600 years ago, they built a road in Egypt using rock. That road is still used today because they used durable stone. In 500 B.C., the Romans discovered that if they used flat stone to build roads, chariots and horses could travel easier. In the 1940s Holland used pavers to build roads since the ground was constantly shifting. The pavers were more durable than previously used concrete.
Category Archives: Stone
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Jan
Jan
Replacing the paving on your patio is a great idea if you’ve recently moved into a home that has a poorly kept outdoor space. While replacing the paving with new stone can help add significant value to your property, it’s important that you take the time to get familiar with what to look for from a stone supplier.
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Dec
Dec
When it comes to owning and renting a property, you have an almost limitless number of options regarding the improvements that can be made to enhance the rental price and chance of renting quickly. Using decorative stone for landscaping is a great way to improve the rental property before showing it off to potential tenants. Create a […]
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Dec
Dec
Protecting your foundation is one of the most overlooked responsibilities as a homeowner, especially for individuals that do not spend a lot of time outside. It is important to keep a balanced foundation, one that is not too wet or dry as both can lead to significant and expensive problems. Using a stone supplier, you can provide plenty of protection for your foundation.
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Dec
Dec
There’s a good reason brick has been in use for hundreds of years and in so many capacities. It’s as multifaceted a product as they come. Bricks are favored by masons for their strength and adaptability, and beloved by homeowners for their classic (and sometimes rustic) charm. But did you know that they come in three popular sizes?
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Dec
Dec
It’s getting colder outside and most of us won’t be doing much work on our landscapes or the outside of our houses. But, winter is a great time to do some remodeling inside. One of the underused, but fantastic ways to remodel is to add some flagstone to the inside of your house. What is flagstone? Flagstone is a flat stone slab that is traditionally used for patios and walkways. It is usually irregular in shape, and almost perfectly flat. Flagstone is a natural stone and is considered a sedimentary stone.
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Nov
Nov
If you are looking to improve the appearance of your backyard, there are many ways to accomplish this goal. Adding landscape boulders is a great example, but this is not the only benefit that they provide.
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Nov
Nov
There is no doubt that landscaping rocks work in all sorts of capacities around your home. They serve as a border, as decoration, and can even work to secure your property. But have you considered using them as a landscaping art installment or as a part of a larger piece?
Flagstone, Stone
3 Rainy Day Tips for Maintaining Your Patio After Installation by a Flagstone Supplier
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Nov
Nov
A flagstone patio can become a central part of your property and be a welcoming place to spend time with friends and family all year long. However, once the rainy season arrives, you’ll need to pay a little more attention to the care that needs to be done for your flagstone patio. From the rain causing pieces of stone to become loose to the patio quickly becoming caked in mud, you’ll want to consider the following tips for maintaining your patio.
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Oct
Oct
As the seasons begin to change, the weather outside is becoming perfect for a little light backyard maintenance. The cooler weather makes working in the yard a pleasant experience, and allows you to give less actual sweat to your sweat equity.