If you have an old cracked stamped concrete patio or a teensy-weensy patio, you may be looking to upgrade. When you’re planning an upscale patio, one of the major decisions is choosing concrete pavers and stone pavers. We like them both, as do our clients. The decision of which material to use comes down mainly […]
Snow, ice, and the freeze-thaw cycle don’t have to be damaging to your hardscape elements such as your patio, driveway, walkways, and deck. It just takes some TLC and knowing how to care for your hardscape elements in the wintertime properly. We’ve pulled together some tips to help you protect your investment. Tip #1: Seal […]
If you've started researching outdoor living upgrades, you've already encountered the term, but what is hardscaping, exactly? The hardscape definition is straightforward: hardscaping refers to all the non-living elements of an outdoor design. Pavers, patios, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, pergolas, pools. If it's built from stone, concrete, wood, or steel, it falls under hardscaping. These […]
Planning an outdoor living project can feel a little like learning a new language. You may hear terms like coping, geogrid, permeable pavers, or grading during a design consultation and even have a general idea of what they mean. But understanding the details can make a big difference when you're making decisions about your home. […]
You’ve probably come across the term, “hardscape” while researching outdoor design. But what exactly does it mean? The patio beneath your feet, the retaining wall holding back the slope, the outdoor kitchen where you entertain, the pool that anchors the backyard: all of it falls under the hardscape category. If it is built from stone, […]
