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  • The Download: Kinds of Stone Pavers

    Stone pavers are one of the most popular ways to create a new walkway, driveway, or patio. However, the term “stone paver” seems to be thrown around quite often. This can make it difficult to really understand what is considered a stone paver and what is not. If you’re in the market for a new outdoor […]

  • What is Polymeric Sand?

    If you’re remodeling or building a new patio, stone path, or other outdoor space, you may run into terms that you’re not familiar with. However, in order to ensure you create the best space possible, you want to be sure you understand exactly what you’re talking about. One of the terms and products you may […]

  • Masonry and Landscape Materials: Gravel

    There are a number of masonry materials that homeowners, commercial property managers and business owners can choose to add hardscaping elements to the property. While the choices are many, not every material is an appropriate fit for every application. Gravel has a wide array of applications, and many property owners choose to use gravel as […]

  • Softscaping and Hardscaping: Striking a Balance

    As a masonry supply company that also offers paving stones and other materials, we are serious about outdoor remodeling and maximizing space to fit the needs of families, businesses and commercial property managers. Whether you need a paving stone patio, retaining wall to correct the slope of an overwhelmingly large piece of property or masonry […]

  • Maximizing Outdoor Space with Hardscaping

    In the tri state area, we know that real estate comes at a premium. Regardless of whether you own a home and have minimal property or live in an apartment or condo and only have a small fenced in area to work with, hardscaping can be a great option to maximize the space you do […]

  • Outdoor Features for Ultimate Family Time

    Outdoor living is becoming more commonplace in the tri state region throughout most seasons, and paving stone companies continue to tap into the demand of this market: Namely, suburban homeowners with families, or those who entertain company often. With so many options for creating a customized outdoor living space, the decisions pile up and can become overwhelming. […]

  • Considerations in Driveway Design

    Whether you’re building a new home or your driveway just needs some sprucing up, designing a driveway can be more work than you think. When it comes to creating a smooth, long-lasting surface, you want to ensure you’re making the right decision. There are a number of components you need to consider when designing your […]

  • Paving Stone Pathway Ideas

    As a homeowner, you’re probably always looking for new ways to spruce up your outside space. One of the best ways to do that is with a stone pathway. However, when you’re looking to add a new walkway to your outdoor space, you want to make it entirely your own. There are a number of […]

  • Keeping Paver Hardscaping in Top Shape

    Spring may signify “rebirth” but it seems that summertime is when everything in the great outdoors grows like a weed, especially weeds! With proper installation it is unlikely weeds will pop up between paving stones, but keeping control of your yard and the various plant life and wildlife (meaning kids, family and company) may mean […]

  • Bagged Material for Masonry Projects Available

    We only stock the highest quality products at Island Block and Masonry Supply, the tri-state area’s premier supplier for all of your masonry supply needs. Located in Wyndanch, New York, we have everything you need for your residential or commercial masonry project. Since 1947, we have been providing the tri-state area with concrete block from […]