The best flagstone for you: natural cleft, thermal, or honed?

I don’t make any secret of the fact that I prefer natural stone to pavers, segmental wall block, or lick and stick stone. “Flagstone” can mean a pretty diverse array of stones and finishes, so which is the best flagstone for you? Pennsylvania variegated: the … Continue readingThe best flagstone for you: natural cleft, thermal, or honed?

Why we don’t use interlocking wall block for freestanding walls

I’m just old enough that I remember the Christmas Wish Book, that fat, glossy, full-color catalog – was it from Sears? – loaded with toys and other stuff to fuel my suburban childhood whining. Pawing through the pages and imagining the epic GI Joe battles … Continue readingWhy we don’t use interlocking wall block for freestanding walls