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Retaining Wall, Sitting Wall, Couch Wall, What's the difference?

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  Retaining Walls, Sitting Walls, and Couch Walls! Retaining Walls:  Assist with drainage issues in landscape  They prevent soil from eroding and from spilling into your yard Retaining walls prevent flooding in your landscape These walls keep surrounding structures safe from elements that would damage them They are a great decorative feature in a well-landscaped yard Retaining walls reduce the amount of maintenance that many homeowners have to deal with due to erosion Aesthetically pleasing Sitting Walls:  A sitting Wall already includes a retaining wall They are aesthetically beautiful for outdoor patios  These Walls are extremely functional  A built in sitting wall cuts maintenance costs, and provides seating for your gatherings without having to purchase any extra furniture  Patios that include fire-pits flow better with a seating wall There are a range of Sitting Caps to Choose from such as Bluestone, Limestone, Travertine, Sand Stone, Va...
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Techo-Bloc vs Brick

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  Techo-Bloc vs Brick You want material that is solid and firm, you want to give off a rustic impression or perhaps you want to choose a material that is quick to install and is very durable. What to choose, Brick, or Techo-Bloc. Our answer here at LSM is both! Below we will provide our readers with some great qualities that both can offer!  Techo Bloc Trusted Manufacturer Colors and Texture resemble to nature Cost effective to natural stone Durable and Long-lasting Ideal for any project scope and size Bold designs, pattern, and rich texture Easy installation Easy to Maintain Color will not fade over time  Brick An array of numerous styles, textures, sizes, and colors Aesthetics High compressive strength Regulating temperature and humidity inside a structure Fire protection (great for fire-pits and fireplaces Can produce energy saving due to their ability to regulate temperatures Wear-resistance Extremely affordable Easy to install  Looks natural and authentic with...
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Bluestone vs Travertine

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                               Bluestone vs. Travertine    Its 2021! That outdoor living area you've always dreamt of enjoying can finally be achieved. Its a new year, and your ready to get going! Your searching through google, finding images that resemble your project, but your unsure of what material you should choose. Let Lone Star Masonry guide you through the process by offering two of our favorite materials to install. Bluestone and Travertine are some of the finest material   we can use to install pool decks, patios, walkways, fire-pits, and much more!          Lets talk Travertine:  Pros Handles changes in temperature very well (both hot and cold)               Luxurious aesthetic appeal Better material for water drainage (great for patios, pool decks, walkways) Material is very durable and you will not have to worr...
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New Years Resolution

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  What's New?  What are your New Year's resolutions for 2021? LSM and crew wants to know what motivates our current and potential customers this upcoming year. 2020 has been a roller-coaster for all of us, we have all been confronted with some of our greatest fears. This year LSM encourages our audiences to reflect on past experiences and conclude what we can improve on. Motivation, commitment, and dedication are key words that are engraved within our companies mission. Our crew members, our business partners, and our customers push us to be better, to operate effectively, and to create your families outdoor living areas with passion and true craftsmanship.  For 2021, our company wishes to expand our team. Not only do we want to grow in the greater area of Richmond, but we also want to invest a portion of our time and resources with community outreach events that focus on giving back to the people. Another one of our resolutions is to purchase brand new equipment and tool...
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COVID-19 and our company's commitment

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                                    Lone Star Masonry     Do you ever wonder what times were like before the pandemic? There are  countless times were I sit down with the team and we reflect on past  experiences. The dilemma arises when we are not working towards  adapting and transforming our current situation to fit our global needs.  Our goal is to ensure  my crew members and customers feel safe  during these challenging times. As we navigate these turbulent times  together, we want both our current and potential customers to contact  us about safety regulations and precautions our company is taking for  everyone's well-being. Working together to accommodate third- party needs such as our business partners and suppliers is one of our  top priorities as well.        Lone Star Masonry is commit...
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