Category: Gravel
The Beginner’s Guide to Hardscaping
Most homeowners think about their landscaping in terms of flowers, shrubs, trees, and grass (i.e. softscape). But did you know that hardscaping is equally as important for creating definition and organization for your landscape? At Garrity Stone, Inc. in Fishers, IN, we offer four acres of natural stone materials that are ideal for all kinds […]
DIY Gravel Driveway Installation in 8 Simple Steps
A simple way to improve your home’s resale value and curb appeal is to add a gravel driveway. Garrity Stone, Inc. in Indianapolis will help you find the right stone materials for the job and can deliver them to your doorstep. For a simple DIY gravel driveway installation, follow these 8 steps.
Restock Your Gravel after the Snow Clears
The last couple months in Indiana have brought plenty of snow—and we likely aren’t done yet. Even though we’re still in the thick of winter, you may want to start thinking about repairing your gravel driveway with a little help from Garrity Stone, Inc.
Restoring Your Gravel Driveway
If you’ve ever had a gravel driveway, you know that Indiana winters can cause mass destruction. Snow plows take off with your stone, pushing it into your lawn or down the road. Snow and ice can build up and then melt away or even flood, carrying your gravel with it. Your vehicle creates wheel ruts, […]
Maintaining Your Gravel Driveway
Keeping your gravel driveway in tip-top shape can sometimes take a back seat to other outdoor home improvement projects. However, without proper care and attention, a gravel driveway can soon be filled with potholes, have uneven gravel rock, and cause drainage issues. Allow Garrity Stone, Inc. of Indianapolis to give you a few tips for […]
How to Build a Summer Sandbox
Flowers are blooming in Indy, the warm weather has come to stay, and home improvement season is officially upon us! While your to-do list is likely full of projects, why not start by giving the kids a treat they’ll enjoy all summer? Bring a slice of beach fun home by building a custom-made sandbox.
Create a Gravel Garden
Don’t have the green thumb you need to cultivate lush flower beds? Perhaps you’re thinking, “Forget about lush. I’d settle for living.” A gravel garden is the simple solution to these rocky situations.
How to Construct a Striking Stone Fire Pit
Many of my favorite fall memories revolve around fire pits. Cooking s’mores, roasting brats (yes, many of the memories are food related), and chatting with family and friends underneath the stars are just a few of them. If you live in Indy, you don’t have to wait for your next camping trip to have a […]
Pathways Upgrade Outdoor Ambiance
If you want to transform your Indiana yard from mediocre to marvelous, building pathways is the perfect place to start. Outdoor paths create interest and structure in any lawn. People are naturally curious about where paths go. Whether you have a pathway that leads to a simple backyard bench or to a hidden-garden sanctuary, the […]
Gravel Driveways
When you imagine a gravel road, you’re probably picturing a run-down road through the country—the type of road that’s hard on your car and unpleasantly dusty. It might be surprising to you, then, that gravel driveways are becoming more and more popular among homeowners. The rustic look of a gravel driveway can add to your […]