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Five Key Advantages of Brick Veneer

January 11, 2016 by Grand River Natural Stone

Every January, once the holidays have subsided, many people visit Grand River Natural Stone asking about the advantages brick veneer. This year, of course, is no different. So our first blog of 2016 looks at 5 important reasons why you should consider brick veneer for any wall or fireplace project you have in mind. 1.

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5 Reasons Why Natural Mulch is Better Than Rubber Mulch

November 2, 2015 by Grand River Natural Stone

One’s organic and the other isn’t. Besides that, what are the other differences between rubber and natural mulch? There’s plenty, actually. As with many things in life, natural is the way to go. It’s just better for your garden and the environment in general. At Grand River Natural Stone we exclusively carry natural mulch because

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How to Install Thin Stone Veneer on Your Indoor or Outdoor Fireplace

October 2, 2015 by Grand River Natural Stone

A fireplace is a cozy way to spend fall evenings. And installing thin stone veneer on your indoor or outdoor fireplace is full of great benefits, such as: Giving it a rustic and charming appearance Protecting it from the outdoor elements Extending your enjoyment of the fireplace for the season The best part is that

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All About Polymeric Sand

June 8, 2015 by Grand River Natural Stone

What is Polymeric Sand? Every revolution needs a foundation. For the Interlock Revolution, that foundation is polymeric sand. One of the recent labour-saving developments in landscaping supplies and hardscaping is the widespread availability of polymeric sand, but many homeowners may not know about this marvelous product. When finishing off a patio, walkway or driveway with

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Introducing the Unilock Endura-Color Product Lineup

May 19, 2015 by Grand River Natural Stone

The Interlock Revolution rolls forward. With summer literally just around the corner, it’s the ideal time to select the interlock pavers you want for your landscaping project. A prominent manufacturer of interlocking pavers is Unilock. For the past 40 years, Unilock has been leading the landscaping industry when it comes to style and durability. It’s

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Proper Base Materials for Patios and Driveways

May 15, 2015 by Grand River Natural Stone

Before you lay down interlocking stones, you need a solid base If your long weekend landscape upgrade plans include laying a new driveway or installing new patio stones, it’s important to remember that, like most renovation jobs, preparation is everything. Though the interlock pavers or concrete bricks are the crowning glory, they can’t do the job alone.

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DIY Pond Construction

May 8, 2015 by Grand River Natural Stone

With people purchasing photographs and paintings of beautiful water landscapes to hang on the walls of their home, or even buying CDs and apps on their mobile devices that play the natural ambiance that running water provides, why not have the real thing right in your own yard?  Constructing a pond on your own property is

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The Importance of Landscape Design

April 30, 2015 by Grand River Natural Stone

Drive up Your Property Value with a Superior Landscape Design Turning your lawn into a hidden oasis is one of the quickest ways to increase the overall value of your property. Not only does this drive up your value, but it adds to your curb appeal. When your landscape looks like a picture out of

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All About Permeable Pavements | This Stuff is Amazing!

March 2, 2015 by Grand River Natural Stone

Permeable pavements provide a solid ground surface that’s strong enough to take heavy loads like cars and trucks and porous enough to allow water to reach the soil underneath. A wide variety of permeable or pervious pavements are available, including bricks, interlocking pavers, pervious concrete, gravel, and more. These are becoming more and more popular.

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How to clean and seal paving stone

February 26, 2015 by Grand River Natural Stone

Paving stone makes any walkway, patio and driveway look beautiful. Not only does it give your home curb appeal, installing it will also bring up the value of your home. In order to maintain your paving stone, it is important that you know how to clean and seal it. If there is a great deal of

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