When you want to embed rocks into your concrete, they are able to provide many purposes, such as a paver for your garden or even as a pathway or patio. By adding rocks, the color and texture is improved, that helps it appear great visually. In order to embed rock, you need to implement a […]
When you plan to create a landscape with blocks, the landscaping can quickly provide you with a rich feel for as long as you maintain your landscaping. Depending on how the concrete blocks are used, they may be able to stand up to a multitude of weather conditions as time goes by. Many concrete blocks […]
When it comes to building a paver patio, you have three options in terms of materials. You can use brick, stone, or concrete. There are benefits to all of these options, of course, but there are also downsides. Let’s take a look at what each brings and why you may want to use them. Bricks […]
If you’re thinking about redoing your driveway, the walkways around your house, or your patio, you have two choices: the traditional concrete or the unique options pavers provide. While most people think of pavers as a solution for patios, they can actually be used to make just about any surface. Let’s take a look at […]
There are numerous environmental advantages of having a paving stone driveway or patio as opposed to concrete or asphalt, but being environmentally friendly doesn’t mean you have to tolerate everything nature produces, especially when it affects the beauty and function of your pavers. It’s well into spring in the tri-state area, everything is blooming, and we […]
If you reside in the Northeast anywhere in the tri-state area you were likely slammed with at least several inches (or feet) of snow this past week thanks to winter storm Juno. The experts here at Island Block & Masonry Supply on Long Island, New York receive a lot of questions on the maintenance required […]
So you are planning to build a paving stone patio: Have you taken measures to prevent weed growth? Hopefully an expert at a paving stone distributor warned you about the possibility of weeds sprouting between the pavers in your brand new pathway. Talk to someone at the Long Island, New York location of Island Block […]
We may be the experts when it comes to all things paving stone-related, but as many of you may know, you can find a wealth of inspiration and information online on sites like Pinterest and numerous other social media platforms. We encourage residents of the tri-state area to contact us here at Island Block & […]
In Part I of our Do It Yourself Paving Stone Patio Project Tips blog, we shared a plan that would help do-it-yourselfers get started on strategizing and implementing their paver patio projects. As we said, these types of DIY projects require a lot of work- and patience- so we divided the process up among a […]
Retaining walls aren’t just for show. Well they can be, but they can also serve a purpose other than just adding a “wow” factor to any outdoor space. Landscapes within the tri-state area can vary- some properties may have hills or slope down toward a creek or curb while others are flat and free of […]
