Five Popular Outdoor Hardscape Projects
Posted by James Snyder on Mon, May 30, 2011 @ 06:12 AM
The term “hardscape” means outdoor landscaping other than plants or other greenery. It is becoming increasingly more popular among homeowners, as evidenced by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry ranking outdoor living areas at No. 4 on the list of top remodeling trends.
Thanks to StoneMakers’ proprietary and innovative concrete mix, it’s possible to construct these kinds of projects in a fraction of the time it used to take. Not only that, but they are a lot less expensive to build than before because crews can finish in hours what used to take days. Plus, the resulting projects are much more durable than before, because StoneMakers concrete is much stronger than typical concrete.
The following is a list of five hardscape projects that homeowners are using to spruce up their backyards.
1. Retaining walls
Retaining walls were originally used for simply holding back earth, but they have evolved from merely a functional item to one that can be a centerpiece of a home beautification project. Stunning retaining walls can be a great component of a home landscape.
2. Walkways and water features
Steps and walkways not only serve a utilitarian purpose, they can add a very nice aesthetic touch to your outdoor living area as well. And since StoneMakers concrete mimics natural stone, you can have that look without the accompanying expense.
3. Backyard patio
Done correctly, a backyard patio will not only improve the appearance of your home, it will make it look larger as well. A patio can be other attached to a house or detached from it, and can be constructed in a variety of shapes.
4. Sitting bench
Benches give you a way to have a seat and appreciate the tranquility of your outdoor living area. The StoneMakers concrete mix gives artisans the flexibility of building a bench in nearly any shape imaginable, so homeowners can have them custom made for a truly unique look.
5. Waterfalls and other backyard water features
Waterfalls add to the serenity of an outdoor living area, as do other water features. They come in a wide range of shapes and sizes, depending on the type of landscape on which they are constructed. Ponds are another popular water feature, and they normally are stocked with various forms of aquatic life, including both fish and plants.
All of these and more hardscape projects can be made quickly and inexpensively thanks to the marvel of StoneMakers concrete. Call us at (845) 283-8787 and we’ll tell you how we can put StoneMakers to work to build the backyard living area of your dreams.
