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How to: Clean stains from pavers, other hardscapes

Nothing is worse than having a beautiful hardscape installed, only to see it stained brown with the outlines of fallen leaves. With fall upon us, now is the time to let your clients know how to properly care for their pavers to prevent this from happening. Clean up Yes, it’s a chore to sweep, but […]

September 30, 2015

Design-Build

Design/build: Firepits and fireplaces

No matter where you live, there’s something peaceful about sitting by the fire. Firepits and fireplaces add a soothing ambiance, provide warmth on cool evenings, extend the season and offer a cozy backdrop to dining al fresco. And they’ve never been more popular. Most landscape professionals have seen demand rise quickly over the years, even […]

May 13, 2015

Design-Build

Deflect noise pollution to create calming spaces

A beautiful backyard retreat can be anything but serene when bombarded by noise pollution such as the sounds of traffic, airports, schools and rail lines. Studies have shown that noise pollution affects our psychological health and can cause hypertension, stress, hearing loss, sleep disturbances and other harmful effects. Create a calming – and healthy – oasis for […]

April 23, 2015

Business

From Cleanup to Demolition, Don’t Miss this Attachment Roundup (Photos)

Whatever the task at hand—cleanup, compaction, concrete and asphalt, demolition, earthmoving, landclearing or landscaping —there’s an attachment in our roundup that will help you complete the job.

July 29, 2014

Design-Build

Adding Personal Touch to Concrete Pavers

This Nebraska father-son team created a one-of-a-kind living space using pops of color and intricate designs.

June 25, 2014

Design-Build

Are Computers Taking Construction Jobs?

Chinese company 3-D prints 10 buildings in 24 hours. With construction being a physical, hands-on industry, you might not have even considered that a computer could do your job. But, a Chinese company has created technology where a 3-D printer created 10 buildings in 24 hours. Before you get worried — it’s for a good […]

May 2, 2014

Business

Bradco Hardscape Grapple to Ease Back-Breaking Jobs

To help hardscaping needs on a jobsite, Paladin Attachments has introduced the Bradco Hardscape Grapple.

April 9, 2014

Business

Techo-Bloc’s Plank Leaves People Guessing

Techo-Bloc has introduced the Borealis wood plank concrete slab.

February 3, 2014

Design-Build

Concrete Equipment Goes Wild

A spinning buffer throws this crew for a loop in a laugh-worthy video.

December 4, 2013

Business

Post Driver, Concrete Breaker Attachments Deliver Force, Efficiency

Danuser has introduced a variety of skid-steer attachments to help landscapers on the job. Operating like a drop hammer, the Danuser LM40 and EM40 Hammer Post Drivers can attach to skid steers and front-end loaders with skid steer or Euro/Global quick attach (75 horsepower tractor min).

August 22, 2013

Business

Retaining Wall Delivers Strong Reinforcement While Looking Natural

Belgard Hardscapes is focusing on building retaining walls bigger and better. The company has introduced the Mega-Tandem Mass Retaining Wall (MRW) block.

July 18, 2013

Business

Tips to Help Clients Go Green to Save Green

The Treeline Design Group has shared an infographic to help professionals and homeowners save money when it comes to landscaping. Follow these tips and learn how to keep a few extra dollars.

July 11, 2013