Did you know that the endurance and quality of your paved patio or driveway is only as good as the foundation under the pavers? It’s true! While we all admire the beauty of perfectly laid pavers in creative, unique designs, we DON’T want that beauty to be only “skin-deep.” If you’re planning a new installation […]
As compared to a small fire pit, and outdoor fireplace, some comfy furniture with overstuffed cushions, and blankets, can provide enough warmth so that you can still enjoy some of our cold winter evenings out under the stars. An outdoor fireplace can provide an “anchor” for your outdoor space when placed at the edge of […]
If you’re concerned about cracks and expansion of your walkways, driveways, and patio pavers during the winter months, contact us at Herstad for professional results to reduce damage to your hardscaped areas. Patio pavers (if unsealed) are porous and can collect moisture over the summer months. During the freezing temperatures, this moisture becomes ice and […]
We’re all starting to enjoy the cooler weather and invite loved ones and friends over to sit by the fire and look at the stars. Fire pits are hugely popular and one of the most requested features of many of the outdoor patios we install, but our professional installers always think safety first when considering […]
None of us enjoy raking or even blowing all those autumn leaves around, but there is an upside! All those leaves can provide amendments for your lawn and garden. Here are three great ways to use those leaves to your advantage. Leaf Mold can be created over the winter months and used as soil amendment for […]
It’s summertime and we’re all enjoying being outdoors, soaking up the sun before the long winter months, so we thought it would be a great idea to help you create the most beautiful and colorful environment as you vacation in your own backyard. Here are some of the best potted plants to place around your […]
If you really want your outdoor spaces to be appealing for evening entertaining, lighting is an important element to include in your outdoor patio design and installation project. When you think about lighting your outdoor patio and outdoor spaces like walkways and landscaping, think about the mood you’re looking to create. In most cases, people […]
Summer’s almost here so if you’re planning on enjoying your patio all summer long – as you should – you may want to consider sealing your pavers now to protect them from UV damage during the summer months. When the suns rays are more direct during the summer months, the exposure of pavers to UV […]
Keep the pavers in your driveway, walkways and patio areas looking new all year round with a little bit of occasional maintenance. Hardscaping your property is a great investment and provides additional safety and beauty, increasing your living space, so it’s just as important to keep these areas looking as beautiful as every other space […]
Just for fun… we found some cute Easter lawn decoration ideas on Pinterest and DIY Enthusiast among other sites… enjoy!
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