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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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Deciding How Much Gravel Is Needed for Your Project

June 11, 2019 by Grand River Natural Stone

Wondering how to measure how much gravel you need for your project? Not sure how much area a ton of gravel will cover? Or are you curious how much a load of gravel actually is? These are just some of the questions you may be asking yourself when considering taking on a landscaping project with

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Paver Installation Tools for Interlocking Projects

May 15, 2019 by Grand River Natural Stone

From hand tools to suction equipment, which paver installation tools do you need to get the job done right? Find out from Grand River Natural Stone. Choosing the Right Tools for Interlocking Projects In order to complete your interlocking project, you’ll need a variety of paver installation tools. These may include tools for lifting paving

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Different Types of Landscaping Rockery for Your Garden

May 6, 2019 by Grand River Natural Stone

The world is full of vibrant, unique and natural rocks. Discover how you can have them all in your garden with landscape rockery. Exploring Different Types of River Rock for Landscaping Your Garden Landscaping rocks can play many roles in your garden, from river beds and garden borders to pond edging and rock gardens. Depending

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Interlocking Trends Lineup: Interlocking Pavers Design Ideas

April 22, 2019 by Grand River Natural Stone

The world of interlocking is full of potential. Discover fun interlocking paver design ideas, from style and laying patterns to new paver materials. Interlocking Trends: Design Ideas Just like kitchen backsplashes and bathroom tile, interlocking pavers go through trends. New textures, styles and patterns are always emerging and can instantly refresh your outdoor space. If

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Best Practices for Dry Laid Walls

April 9, 2019 by Grand River Natural Stone

A dry laid wall uses Ontario’s natural stone to reflect the surrounding environment. They appear as part of the landscape, making them ideal for aesthetic and practical purposes, and are used as both freestanding, or retaining walls.   Installing A Dry Laid Wall We recommend you get expert help when installing a dry laid wall.

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What to do with an Old Brick Feature Wall

February 1, 2019 by Grand River Natural Stone

You may be wondering what to do with your old red brick feature wall. Exposed brick is becoming an increasingly popular interior décor trend. The historical background of the brick combined with modern design ideas provides the chance to try several neat décor opportunities.  If it is Already Exposed  If you live in a home

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What is the Difference Between Brick and Brick Veneer?

January 23, 2019 by Grand River Natural Stone

A common question that we hear all the time is: “What is the difference between brick and brick veneer?” Brick (also known as full bed veneer) and thin brick veneer often look identical. However, there are key differences. Mainly, thin veneer products are not real stone or brick. Instead, they are often cement-based and shaped in

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The Benefits of Thin Stone Veneer For Your Fireplace

December 7, 2018 by Grand River Natural Stone

As winter is quickly approaching, you’ll want to spend more time indoors around the fireplace. And while cozying up to the warmth coming from your fireplace is paramount, you also want to enjoy looking at it too. That’s where thin stone veneer comes in. Beautiful, durable and easy to install, thin stone veneer is the

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Why It’s Important to Mulch One Last Time Before Winter Arrives

November 8, 2018 by Grand River Natural Stone

In the spring and summer, we use mulch to retain moisture in the soil, keep the weeds at bay and add a beautiful, consistent texture to our landscaping. In the winter, mulch takes on a whole new role in keeping our gardens healthy. Mulch to Regulate Soil Temperature Once the ground freezes your garden plants

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