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Polycor Stone – Surrounding Your Every Day Life
Walk a few blocks in any city center and you’ll encounter Polycor stone in one application or another. From curbing, to paving, to the countertop at your local coffee shop, Polycor stones are locally quarried and made by nature to suit local environments.
Polycor on This Old House | Naragansett, Rhode Island
Rehabbing a home like this needs historical accuracy and authentic materials to maintain as much historic architectural value and charm as possible… The project is featured as the “Seaside Victorian Cottage” on the 42nd season of This Old House TV.
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Stones rock! Well, we certainly think so and so will you once you learn all there is to know about building with natural stone hardscaping products. Bonus: your clients will love it too!
Introduction to Hardscaping with Natural Stone Pavers & Slabs
The perfect primer for new hardscape pros and do-it-yourselfers!
How to Install Limestone Pavers on an Open Graded Base
Natural stone paving prefers a base that is well-drained, and open graded bases provide the best solution for permeability. See how it's done.
How to Install a Granite Slab Paver Patio With EZBase
Just like 201, but WAY more fun! I mean, really really fun!
How to Install 6″ Natural Stone Landscape Steps
Step Up Your Hardscape Design With Stairways Made By Nature. Whether you’re considering replacing existing steps or are designing a…
How to Install a Raised Planter Bed With Garden Wall Stone System
Looking for a raised garden bed that will last? Look no further than Polycor Garden Wall Stone product made out…
How to Install Rockford Veneer on Home Exterior Using Rainscreen
Natural, durable, and aesthetically pleasing, there’s little wonder why thin stone veneers have become a popular choice of masonry material…
How to Install Natural Stone Thin Veneer Fireplaces
Unlike artificial stone or cultured stone options, the qualities that make genuine natural stone veneer unique are exactly that -…
Intro to Masonry Installation with Natural Stone Thin Veneers
Stone Veneers have been used as a protective & decorative finish for centuries. It is not until recent history that…
How to Install Vanderbilt Thin Veneer on a Wood Framed Wall
A home’s exterior siding colors, textures and patterns all play a significant role in defining the design and style of…
Step It Up: How to Install 7″ Granite Entry Steps
A one-and-done solution, solid stone steps eliminate the need for maintenance or replacement, withstanding the test of time and the…
Mortar Alternatives: Installing A Marble Thin Veneer BBQ
Whether you want a freestanding pizza oven, a built-in BBQ island, or a full outdoor kitchen with counters, and bar…
Installing Stone Pavers on a Permeable Bonded Paving System
Permeable paving systems offer many advantages, and permeable bonded systems, in particular, provide even more - such as eliminating frost…
Up Your Curb Appeal: How to Install Thin Stone Veneer on CMU Foundation
Contractors enjoy working with thin stone veneers because they’re a welcome alternative to standard brick and veneer that require brick…
Go Big! How To Install XL Granite Slab Pavers
You know the saying, “Go big or go home.” Now you can go big AT home! With extra large, natural…
Stone Facades: Introduction To The Eclad System Using natural stone facade panels
Facade systems are classified into 3 general categories - Grid / Ventilated Facades, Unitized Systems and Handset Systems. Polycor natural…
How To Build A Dry-Stack Stone Wall Using Garden Wall System
Elevate your hardscape design and create a lasting impression with natural stone garden walls. In this video, you will learn…
Upgrade Your Outdoor Lighting: How To Install A Granite Lamp Post
Light up your landscape with granite lamp posts. While installing a granite lamp post on your property might seem like…
How To Build A Round Granite Firepit
Firepits are a fantastic way to add instant appeal to any outdoor living space, creating a cozy nook for gatherings…
How To Build A Natural Stone Pillar Onto A Patio Wall
Take your garden wall to the next level by including a natural stone pillar feature. The extra volume and dimension…
Stone Cladding Systems – Part 1: Adhered Masonry Veneer
There are many ways to incorporate natural stone into a building cladding design but Adhered Masonry Veneers are one of…
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