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Filling in the Gaps: Transform Your Patio with These Paver Joint Fillers

June 2, 2023 by Grand River Natural Stone

Paving stone gaps, often called joints, are integral to the overall design and functionality of your patio. While they give your landscape a unique look, these gaps can sometimes be a source of inconvenience due to uneven surfaces and weed growth. Here are four options for filling paving stone gaps so you can keep your

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Patio Paver FAQ: Everything You Need to Know

May 9, 2023 by Grand River Natural Stone

There’s nothing quite like a patio to enhance your outdoor living space. Not only does it create an area to entertain guests and enjoy the outdoors, but it also improves curb appeal and boosts your home’s value. Patios are usually low maintenance and don’t require much upkeep, but you will have to decide on the

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How to Protect Pavers & Patio Stones in the Winter

September 15, 2022 by Grand River Natural Stone

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

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How to Install a Flagstone Patio  

June 3, 2022 by Grand River Natural Stone

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

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Can You Use Porcelain Pavers Outside?

April 1, 2022 by Grand River Natural Stone

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

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Sealing Interlocking Pavers and Patio Stones: A Complete Guide

November 9, 2021 by Grand River Natural Stone

Interlocking pavers and patio stones continue to be a top choice for homeowners looking to add texture and beauty to their hardscaping. However, to get the most out of your pavers and patio stones you might want to consider using a sealer to protect them and help them maintain their beauty for years to come.

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6 Inspiring Landscaping Ideas with Flagstone That Are Easy Enough To Be DIY

June 1, 2021 by Grand River Natural Stone

Flagstone is a beautiful natural stone product that is available in several varieties including sandstone, slate, granite, Eramosa, and more. It is a popular hardscaping choice as more homeowners look to create a sophisticated yet organic look in their gardens. It is versatile and produces a high-end look which is easily adapted to many styles

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Popular Brick Paver Patterns for Patios

May 5, 2021 by Grand River Natural Stone

If you are considering installing a new patio there are so many options available today it can be hard to know where to start. Here we review the most popular brick paver patterns to create an impressive patio for years of enjoyment and increased home value. Two-Tone Designs You can bring your brick paver pattern

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How to Fill Gaps in Flagstone Patio

October 1, 2020 by Grand River Natural Stone

If you’re having trouble keeping up with the weeds in your flagstone patio, the solution is to fill in the gaps. Adding new material to fill in patio gaps won’t just make maintaining the patio easier, it will also make it more beautiful, level, and safe. You can do this project all by yourself. Here’s

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Creative Flagstone Landscaping Ideas

June 24, 2019 by Grand River Natural Stone

It’s amazing how your outdoor space can be brought to life with the simple addition of flagstone. Flagstone is an incredibly versatile material and can meet a variety of landscaping needs. Whether you have a few leftover pieces to use, or a whole bulk of slabs, you can add flagstone to create a truly unique

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