• 10 Backyard Ideas to Keep You Outside All Day Creating a captivating outdoor space in your backyard can be a gratifying endeavor that brings about simple yet profound enjoyment. Whether your intentions are to host a festive gathering, grill a succulent steak, or leisurely immerse yourself in a book, a well-designed outdoor space can offer […]

  • A Brief History of Paver Stones The Inception of Paver Stones Paving stones have been around for centuries, dating back to the days of Ancient Rome. The Roman army, frustrated with muddy and cumbersome roads, devised a more efficient method of transportation using paving stones. They created deep roadbeds of crushed stone for proper drainage […]

  • Why You Should Consider Gopher Wire for Your Backyard   How does Gopher Wire work? Gopher wire is a ¾ inch metal mesh woven into a hexagonal pattern. The purpose of the mesh is to prevent gophers from burrowing under an area with plants to reach the roots that serve as their food source, resulting […]

  • Understanding Stepping Stones and Why to Choose Them What are Stepping Stones? Stepping stones are large stones that function as a path to traverse from one area to another. These stones can be placed on grass, turf, pebbles, etc., and can be used to keep your feet/shoes from making direct contact with the surface below. […]

  • What are Paver Borders? Paver borders serve as a tool to improve both function and form for your pavers. Pavers borders help lock your current pavers into place to reduce shifting while also giving your pavers either contrasting or complementary design elements. These elements can be further categorized into two styles of patterns; sailor course […]

  • The 4 Best Materials to Build Your Retaining Wall Retaining walls are vast in both form and function, serving to hold up tons of soil and dirt while having a customizable design that can fit the exact style of your yard. Retaining walls can be constructed with concrete, cinder block, wood, or interlocking pavers which […]

  • California is in a Drought, Switch your Lawn to Artificial Turf to Save Water and Money Electronic message signs on highways statewide. (Photo courtesy of Save Our Water) California has entered another drought and the government is putting strict rules on when and how you can water your lawn or yard. Los Angeles has begun […]

  • COMMON TYPES OF CONCRETE RETAINING WALLS When planning to build or replace your retaining wall it is important to conduct proper site analysis. The type and condition of the soil at the base will determine its height, as well as whether any reinforcement requirements are necessary for stability; make sure it’s strong enough so that […]

  • Concrete Curing One of the most important steps in creating a durable concrete surface is curing it properly. When you pour fresh concrete, it is very sensitive and can be easily ruined by improper curing techniques. That’s why it’s so important to maintain the proper dampness for at least 7 days after pouring. Curing concrete […]

  • The 3 Best Reasons to Choose Interlocking Pavers Interlocking pavers are a unique type of paving stone that can be used to create a variety of different patterns and styles. They are made up of individual pieces that fit together like puzzle pieces, which makes them a popular choice for patio, driveway, and walkway installations. […]