How to Construct a Retaining Wall
In today’s blog, we asked our local AI chatbot to write a how-to on building retaining walls. All errors to…
Brief History of Cobblestone
San Francisco cobblestone streets—charming and chiseled with history. These days precast pavers are popular for driveways. But if you’re looking…
To Seal Or Not To Seal Your Outdoor Hardscape?
On our last blog, we touched on the idea of sealing and coating your natural stone. But does your natural…
How to Treat Stains in Your Natural Stone Patio
Imagine you’re hosting a backyard summer party. Everyone’s smiling and leaning into conversations. Drinks in hand. Then one of your…
Expert Advice On Pool Decks and Coping
So you need a new pool deck. Maybe you’d prefer modern pool coping showing fewer joints and sharper angles? Or…
Grand Opening: Walnut Creek Showroom
Peninsula Building Materials Co. is pleased to announce the Grand Opening of its Walnut Creek Showroom. This masonry showroom is…
Top Picks For Natural Stone
Our houses are one of the most important investments we’ll ever make. Natural stone is the kind of investment that…
Natural Stone 101
Chiseled: A Natural Stone Conversation Your friends walk into your home and see the new natural stone fireplace. You hear…
Upgrade your Driveway with Interlocking Pavers
Homeowners in Northern California are all too familiar with the sight of cracked and broken concrete driveways. Not only are…