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Whether you’re an avid DIY-er or someone seeking professional services for your landscaping project, chances are you may need mortar to put together a brick wall or stone walkway. In this post, we go over what you need to know about mortar before choosing the right products for your project. What is Mortar?  Mortar is

Our winters are harsh on everything outside, including our pavers and patio stones. While they are engineered to handle the cold weather and do so better than many other hardscaping materials, it is still wise to give them a bit of extra protection. One of the best things you can do to protect your pavers

Contractors, builders and homeowners will need steel beams and other reinforcing products to complete their projects. So, what are steel beams used for, specifically? When adding a shed, building an addition, or even constructing a custom home from the ground up, you may need steel beams to provide structure and support. Steel beam installation may

Get to know some of the dedicated people who make Grand River Natural Stone the best place for landscaping supplies. Find out what makes the members of our team so passionate about your yard. If you’re curious about a career in landscaping, you’ll also get some more essential information. Check out the end of the

Flagstone patios can look natural and high-end, and are excellent additions to most backyards. However, homeowners who like to take on their own projects might be daunted by the stone, because no two pieces are the same. It is more challenging to install stones that aren’t uniform in shape. Ready to give it a shot

Outdoor lighting improves your home’s aesthetic and monetary value and, above all, keeps the party going when you are hosting your friends for dinner alfresco. Enhancing your entryway, driveway, deck, and garden with proper lighting creates the effect of a first-rate home.   A little light goes a long way when it comes to outdoor lighting.

Porcelain may appear to be the last material you’d consider for a porch, balcony, patio, or driveway outside. However, when used as pavers, Porcelain has several characteristics that make it perfect for outdoor use. It is easy to maintain, hard-wearing, slip-resistant, weather-resistant, and aesthetically pleasing as well.  Porcelain pavers are made from clay that has

Even the smallest property can create interest in their landscaping theme by introducing walking paths. Walking paths can be installed using a long list of pathway material options laid out as paths leading to specific areas of the garden, or to simply add interest and texture. Here we look at the four best materials for

Accent landscaping allows you to create more interest throughout your outdoor space. It is the perfect balance to your natural features, but can also include accent trees for landscaping. Here we look at five creative accents for your landscape design to help you create a one-of-a-kind outdoor space.  1. Landscape Accent Lighting  Landscape accent lighting

Landscaping on a budget takes a little finessing and a lot of planning to get the look you want. However, with a few good frugal backyard landscaping ideas, you can develop a plan to help get you started. Here we offer five landscaping ideas on a budget to help you create a beautiful outdoor space.