Walls & Retaining Structures -
Running a better hardscaping project
By Emma Peterson. From surface profiles and weather to product compatibility and site logistics, Jeffrey Wells goes over the issues contractors should address before work begins. Installing patios or pathways, whether they're made of concrete, tile or some other hardscaping material, is a deceptively challenging process. From the logistics like leveling the ...
HNA adds live translation to select education sessions and hardscape demos
Gain access to 16 education sessions, six Hardscape Demos, two Hardscape Workshops and one complimentary industry session featuring Caleb and Brittany Auman – all while saving more than 50% compared to purchasing sessions individually. Hardscape North America (HNA) is piloting a new live translation service this year, giving attendees the opportunity ...
Before you dig
By Cotney Consulting Group. Utility locating, trenching and excavation safety. Outdoor contractors break ground every day. Landscapers install drainage and irrigation. Lighting contractors bury cable. Pool and spa crews run plumbing and electrical lines. Hardscape contractors excavate for walls, patios and outdoor structures. Sports-surface crews prepare bases and install underground ...
Rolling on a faux brick pattern
By Daich Coatings. How this homeowner tranformed their home’s exterior with RollerRock®. How do you transform a dull, brown stucco home exterior into a neighborhood showpiece? Try hand-stenciling a faux brick pattern on the house using four different colors of RollerRock® from Daich Coatings. “I’ve always been interested in art, inventing and ...
Durable SpreadRock® WALL coating system ideal for upgrading interior and exterior commercial project walls
From real stone finishes to anti-slip sealers, Daich Coatings offers a wide variety of cost-effective surface solutions for commercial properties. Whether it’s hotel corridors that get beat up with luggage or school courtyards, new SpreadRock® WALL can handle the demands of daily life. Beautifully. Made with speckled granite, the real ...
Empower home repairs: Discover ElastoLock® Waterproof Filler/Leveler and Rock Patch™ Concrete Floor Filler Leveler and Resurfacer
By Daich Coatings. Good news: Your next repair project just got easier, stronger and more reliable. Two leading-edge solutions — ElastoLock® Waterproof Filler and Leveler and Rock Patch™ Concrete Floor Filler Leveler and Resurfacer — are designed to tackle a range of repair and renovation tasks across your home. With these products ...
Dust isn’t just dirt: Controlling silica exposure in the field
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Better control, better practices and better awareness are the foundation of a healthier, more productive workforce. Anyone who has ever cut tile, pavers or stone knows the familiar cloud that rises the moment the blade hits the material. To the untrained eye, it looks like ...
Wood care sector braces for change
As a leading voice in the sector, Caleb Roth offers timely insights into operational efficiencies, product innovation and workforce empowerment designed to help contractors thrive. As the colder months approach, the B2B wood care sector, particularly fence and deck contractors, painters and builders, faces a dual challenge: protecting client assets from ...
ELEVATE 2025
Join us November 2 – 5, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona! ELEVATE is the landscape industry's premier event. Whether you're scaling your team, refining your operations, or exploring new markets, ELEVATE offers the insights to help you and your team succeed. Moving to a different city each year – from the East Coast ...
Ipe Woods USA marks 8 years of growth, customer trust and commitment to sustainable hardwood
Ipe Woods USA aims to provide not just wood, but peace of mind. This month, Ipe Woods USA celebrates eight years in business as a national supplier of premium hardwoods. With thousands of customers served each year and a team bringing decades of industry experience, the company has grown steadily from ...
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