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Problems with Pavers: Sand, Longevity, & More Challenges for Great Falls, Leesburg, & Ashburn, VA

When it comes to something as important as your patio or other hardscaping space (like a walkway or retaining wall), you want to know that you’re going to get the most value out of your investment.

We’ve talked in previous articles about how strongly we feel about using natural stone for these types of projects. Natural stone, which has been quarried and trucked in, direct from nature, is simply something that cannot be replicated. Although they make pavers that look like natural stone, the truth is, nature can’t ever be fully replicated.

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10 Fire Pit and Outdoor Fireplace Ideas for Your Home in Northern Virginia

If you’re thinking about adding some sort of fire feature to your property then you may be wondering what your options are. You may know that you want something unique (not a boring, typical feature) but you’re not sure exactly what that means for you.

You may have been searching for outdoor fireplace ideas and fire pit ideas in order to come up with something that will work as part of a complete outdoor living space. After all, you likely want your outdoor fire feature to be the “icing on the cake,” that really helps you love (and use) your space to the fullest.

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Patio with seat wall

What is a Seat Wall & How to Add Them to Your Patio: Landscape Design Ideas for Great Falls, Ashburn, & Leesburg, VA

As you plan the landscape design for your outdoor living area, you’ll find that the so-called “little details” are not so little after all. In fact, every single detail of your project truly matters if you want to have a space that you can use and enjoy to the fullest.

Of those details, seat walls are an important consideration.

A seat wall is a short wall that is purposefully designed so that it can also be used for seating. It can be a great way to double the value of a retaining wall that you already need for erosion purposes. But seat walls can also solely be built for aesthetics and for seating (even if a retaining wall isn’t functionally needed).

Although it might appear like one of those seemingly small details, a seat wall can be an incredibly welcomed addition to your outdoor living area, helping you to use and to enjoy your space more fully.

Here are some important landscape design ideas to keep in mind if you’re considering a seat wall for your Great Falls, Ashburn, Or Leesburg, VA home.

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6 of the Best Low-Maintenance Landscaping Tips for South Riding, Haymarket, & Ashburn, VA

When it comes to your South Riding, Haymarket, or Ashburn, VA property, you likely want a landscape that looks great—but doesn’t require a tremendous amount of upkeep to keep it looking (and performing) that way. In other words, you want to be able to enjoy your landscape when you spend time in it, not constantly having to worry that things look unkempt or that you need to get out there and clean it up.

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Swimming pool design and patio with fireplace

Beyond Swimming Pool Design: 10 Ideas that Shouldn't Be Extras

You’ve probably been dreaming about a swimming pool for a long time. A pool is a valuable investment that will provide your family and friends with many years of enjoyment. It’s a place to cool off on hot days, a place to dine al fresco and enjoy your meals poolside, and a place to give your kids their best summer ever.

There are many reasons why a pool will add enjoyment and value to your property and your lifestyle but you want to ensure you actually wind up with the pool you’ve been dreaming about. The end result hinges on the pool contractor that you hire to complete the job. It’s a big decision and you want to make sure you choose wisely so that you aren’t haunted by regrets for years to come.

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