As a homeowner, you are always looking for ways to improve your home’s appearance. This is especially important in terms of curb appeal. And when you want to make your …
How Can Reclaimed Stone Improve the Look of Your Home
When you are building a new home or renovating an older one, there are many benefits to incorporating reclaimed stone into the design. For starters, it is long-lasting and durable. …
Favorite Episodes of “Fixer Upper” Featuring Old Chicago Bricks
“Fixer Upper” star Joanna Gaines may not be as crazy about Old Chicago brick as she is about shiplap, but she sometimes features the bricks to outstanding effect in her creations. We …
Find Yourself in the Not-So-Perfect World of Arts and Crafts Construction: Clinker Brick for Sale
The idea to reuse, re-purpose and recycle may seem modern, but a century ago, architects found the appeal in “trash” bricks and put them to beautiful effect in Arts and …
What Do You Really Know about Cobblestone?
Cobblestone roads are uncommon these days. At one time, however, road builders used cobblestones in many cities and towns. Building contractors also used them to create buildings. What do you …
What to Consider When Choosing Brick Street Pavers
Brick street pavers are making a comeback with many home buyers. The market for these vintage or “old-world” bricks has largely grown because of advanced manufacturing technology. As a result, consumers …
How Building Projects with Reclaimed Materials Are Saving Lives
Building projects that use reclaimed materials are doing much more than just adding a beautiful look to a project or helping the environment. They are also saving lives. Some recent …