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How to Install Stone Steps

How to Install Stone Steps: A DIY Guide for Ontario Homeowners 

Natural stone steps instantly upgrade a landscape. They solve grade changes, improve safety, and bring the kind of curb appeal that only real stone texture can deliver. In Ontario, freezing winters, humid summers, variable soils, and spring runoff mean proper planning and base prep matter as much as the stone choice itself.   In this guide, ... Read more
Natural Stone Fireplace Surround

How a Natural Stone Fireplace Surround Can Boost Your Home’s Resale Value 

A natural stone fireplace might just be the investment you need. Not convinced? If you use premium materials like limestone, granite, or ledgestone, you might just make more on the potential return, especially if you don’t already have a fireplace. In this article, we explain how a well-executed natural stone fireplace surround can significantly boost ... Read more
Natural Stone Fireplace

Natural Stone Fireplace Surround – How to Choose, Source, and Install 

A natural stone fireplace surround brings warmth, character, and lasting luxury to any home. The stone you choose will define your fireplace, creating a striking focal point or seamlessly enhancing your space. Plus, the benefits of choosing the right natural stone ensure it will stand up to heat, daily use, and the test of time ... Read more
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Mulch 101: Everything You Need to Know is Right Here

Mulch is a popular, attractive, and affordable garden detail designed to keep weeds at bay and protect garden beds. There are many different types of mulch, which can make it a little overwhelming when choosing the best one for your landscaping project. Here we offer a complete overview of which types of mulch are best ... Read more
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Fireplace Safety During the Holidays (With Infographic)

Your fireplace is going to be very busy over the holiday season, providing warmth and a cozy atmosphere throughout the home. But, before you enjoy a crackling fire this winter, you should make certain your fireplace is up for the task with these vital safety tips, courtesy of Grand River Natural Stone. Keep scrolling to ... Read more

All About Concrete Steps: A Practical and Long-Lasting Outdoor Solution

Concrete steps are a reliable and cost-effective option for outdoor spaces. They work well for entryways, pathways, or sloped areas and are built to handle heavy use and tough weather. This guide covers the main types of concrete steps, basic overviews of how they are installed, and tips to keep them in good shape.  Precast ... Read more

Steps and Treads – Natural Stone Ideas for the Outdoors

When it comes time to design new outdoor steps, the materials you choose define both the feel and the functionality of your space. Whether you’re leading into a garden or setting the stage for an elegant patio, the right choice in natural stone or concrete with stone coping can turn an ordinary staircase into a ... Read more
Flagstone

5 Ideas for Flagstone Projects You May Want to Replicate

Flagstone has a very distinct look, is low maintenance, natural, and pulls together the various features of any landscape. Here, we share some inspiration for flagstone projects you may want to recreate! It’s an easy natural stone material to work with for do-it-yourself-ers, whether in traditional roles (like a patio) or more modern designs (as ... Read more
7 Surprising Environmental Benefits of Installing Landscaping Boulders

7 Surprising Environmental Benefits of Installing Landscaping Boulders

Landscaping boulders may seem like simple decor, but their hidden environmental benefits can transform your outdoor space in unexpected ways. These natural stones can provide a range of environmental benefits that might surprise you, from preventing soil erosion to creating microhabitats. Here, we explore seven ways landscaping boulders can benefit your property’s environment.  1. Erosion ... Read more
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