Paver finishes

Paver finishes

Pavers come in several finishes including, Standard, Slate, Pervious, or Tumbled.  Paving Stones first originated in Europe and were used to pave ancient Rome, and subsequently throughout the rebuilding of cities post-WWII.  Now Pavers are used in virtually every...
Best paving stone patterns

Best paving stone patterns

Your backyard has the potential to be a masterpiece for aesthetics or architectural design if you have not laid a patio there.  It is a great opportunity to bring natural beauty to your backyard or garden by stone patio paving designs.  Stone pavers indeed are...
Cinderblock versus Concrete Block

Cinderblock versus Concrete Block

A concrete block, also known as a cinder block in North American English, breeze block in British English, concrete masonry unit (CMU), or by various other terms, is a standard-size rectangular block used in building construction.  Concrete and cinder blocks are...
Putting Gardens in Hardscape

Putting Gardens in Hardscape

Most gardeners get into gardening because they collect plants.  While I am thoroughly addicted to plants—I dream about them, buy them, and plant them—I am also addicted to stone and rusty objects.  A garden by my definition is a three-dimensional outdoor space that...