A Scarborough Home’s Front Yard Goes From Obstacle to Entrance

A front yard should say “Welcome.” This one said, “Good luck.” What used to be a steep, bare slope with no safe way up is now a landscaped entrance built from boulders, granite, and eleven carefully set steps — proof that even the toughest...

8 Signs Your Southern Maine Walkway Needs Replacing, Not Repairing

General News, Hardscaping, Walkways

Your front walkway gets more use than you might realize. It’s the path you, your guests, and anyone visiting your home travel daily. Problems rarely appear overnight; they start small — a crack here, a dip there — and suddenly, patchwork replaces the original path. If...

Spring Is the Best Time to Upgrade Your Patio, Walkway, or Driveway. Here’s Why.

Driveways, Fire Pit, General News, Hardscaping, Patios, Walkways

New England winters don’t ask permission, and they don’t go easy on outdoor living spaces in Maine. By the time mud season rolls around and the last of the snow finally retreats, most patios, walkways, and driveways across southern Maine are showing the...

Solid Ground: A Guide to Preparing the Perfect Base for Your Granite Steps

Tips and Tricks, Walkways

The longevity and stability of your granite steps hinge on one critical factor that often goes unseen: the base upon which they rest. A properly prepared base is not just a foundation; it’s the unsung hero that protects your investment, ensures safety and...

Falling In Love With Stone

Partners

It’s easy to fall in love with stone. Especially granite. Think about it: from kitchen counter tops to outdoor steps to the border around a garden, granite is a beautiful piece of the earth that turns into a design element desired by so many. As the folks at Swenson...