Interlocking vs Concrete: Which is Better?

Should you choose Interlocking or Concrete for your Driveway, Walkway & Patio? Gone are the days when you had to choose between beauty & durability when selecting your material. Today’s materials offer both. That’s why, at Markstone Landscaping, we specialize and install both poured concrete and interlocking stone. We invite you to read this article to help you decide which ... Read More

Step by Step Illustration of Concrete Installation in Milton, Ontario

The photographs below are visual explanations of concrete installation of a driveway, side walkway and backyard patio for a customer in Milton, Ontario. Each step is performed by a crew who specializes in different steps of the construction. Looking to install a new driveway, front entrance, patio or walkway? Find out average price of concrete installation in Ontario and the … Read More

Tips for Maintaining Your Interlock Driveway, Walkway or Patio

Interlock driveways, walkways and patios are elegant and creates curb appeal, however, when weeds start growing between the stones or pavers start to sink/loosen, it will quickly turn unsightly. This can be avoided by following the simple steps below and it will leave your interlock  virtually maintenance free for several years. Step 1: Power wash the interlock driveway/walkway/patio A basic … Read More

Making Your Landscape Stand-Out with Coloured Concrete

Concrete in its purist form is the grayish tone that you find on every side walk. Unless that is the color you are fond of, there is an extensive palette to choose from. Have your landscape harmonize with the surroundings and choose an earth-tone shade or make it stand out by choosing vibrant colors. Whatever you choose, coloured concrete makes … Read More

5 Simple Maintenance Tips for Your Concrete Driveways and Patios

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Homeowners who have invested in a concrete driveway, patio, walkway are looking to increase the value of their home while reducing the costs of maintenance. While concrete is considered to be more affordable than other landscaping materials, it is also a near zero maintenance product which is a main consideration when getting concrete work done. Maintaining concrete can extend the service … Read More

How to Properly Install Concrete Driveways and Walkways

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At Markstone Landscaping, we are going to show you how installing concrete driveway, patio or walkway is essentially the same process. By helping you understand the process and become better informed (e.g. transparency), you can be more comfortable in hiring us or referring us to your friends and family. The process in pouring concrete for a driveway is the same … Read More