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Stone Faced Rock veneer adds depth and texture to walls, foundations, and chimneys. |
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John D. Wagner |
Hold the Dirt A retaining wall can hold back a hillside and turn steep slopes into living space --- if you pay attention to the basics. |
Popular Mechanics
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Rock Solid Build a natural stone patio that will last for ages and look great the whole time. |
This Old House
C. J. Hughes |
A Better Border Belgian block edging keeps the pavement out of your yard, and vice versa. Here's a step-by-step guide on selecting and setting these versatile, long-lasting granite cobblestones. |
This Old House
Lynn Ocone |
Perfect Paths Stone, brick, gravel and even sawdust can turn a muddy trail into an inviting walkway. |
Popular Mechanics
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Weekend Project: How to Build a Flagstone Patio...Fast! My swelling staff of subcontractors didn't stop me from losing about half my body weight in sweat while laying this patio in a single weekend. |
Popular Mechanics
November 2009
Roy Berendsohn |
How to Build a Stone Garden Bench The only good way to deal with a rock, in my opinion, is to pry it out of the ground and use it to build something. That's how you get even with it -- put it to work. |
This Old House
Roger Cook |
From Plan to Plants The author puts David Hawk's landscape plan into action, creating an urban garden from a forgotten side yard. |
This Old House
Caitlin O'Neil |
Flood Watch Learn how to keep your basement dry and your yard puddle-free... |
This Old House
Max Alexander |
From the Ground Up: Foundations A foundation is forever - how to do it right. |
Popular Mechanics
September 2006
Joe Provey |
Make Your Own Bluestone Walkway Create some visual jazz with a DIY bluestone walkway. |
This Old House
Caitlin O'Neil |
Counter Intelligence Choosing kitchen countertops can be a challenge. One choice might be Kirkstone, which are roughly the same cost as granite or marble. Once a traditional roofing slate, it is now used on many kitchen and bathroom surfaces. |
This Old House
Josh Garskof |
All About Stone Countertops Nothing elevates the appearance of a kitchen like a handsome, hard-wearing slab of stone. The experts at This Old House explain how to find a quarried countertop that suits your home, your budget, and your cooking style. |
This Old House
Josh Garskof |
Installing a New Mantel You can give your fireplace a face-lift by replacing its decorative frame. |
Popular Mechanics
October 2006
Neal Barrett |
Follow the Weekend Brick Road Building a great walk -- one brick at a time. |
This Old House
Kathryn Keller |
Backyard from Scratch 7 features that will transform a plain stretch of lawn into a lush landscape you'll really use and enjoy |
This Old House
John D. Wagner |
Blacktop and Beyond Renewal and replacement options for the driveway that leads to your door. |
This Old House
Curtis Rist |
Repointing Brick Touching up like a pro means using the right mortar. Lime-based putties take longer to set but they won't break bricks... |
Popular Mechanics
June 2006
Joseph Truini |
Trickle Down Theory A quick guide to building a stone-lined, fit-anywhere, good-looking backyard pond. |
Entrepreneur
August 2003
April Y. Pennington |
Richard Rhodes The founder and CEO of Rhodes Architectural Stone in Seattle talks about the birth of his business. |
Lucire
January 11, 2010 |
All that glitters Elyse Glickman looks in to buying fine gems and jewellery for weddings -- it's a slightly different process to fashion items, as she talks to gem experts |
This Old House
Stephanie Hubbard |
Dream Landscape A landscape designer drafts a master plan for the Silvas' yard. |
Popular Mechanics
October 3, 2008
Joseph Truini |
6 Great Countertops: How to Choose the Best Material Your choices include natural stones, solid-surfacing materials, plastic laminates, ceramic tile, wood, and concrete. Here's a brief look at each of them. |
The Motley Fool
October 8, 2010
Ilan Moscovitz |
Stone Energy Shares Popped: What You Need to Know Stone Energy shares jumped 10% in trading today on normal trading volume. |
This Old House
Amy R. Hughes |
No-Stain Stone A new stain-resistant granite allows countertops that don't require sealing. |
This Old House
Max Alexander |
Building It Right: Slab Foundations Tom Silva explains what he considers to be best practices in constructing a slab foundation that will last forever. |
Real Travel Adventures
May 2008
Bonnie & Bill Neely |
Camping at Stone Mountain If you are in the Atlanta Georgia area, a stop over at Stone Mountain is an absolute for a day or a week of fun. |
American Family Physician
July 1, 2006 |
Kidney Stones: What You Should Know What you can do to prevent the occurrence or recurrence of kidney stones. |
Salon.com
September 20, 2000
James Burnett |
"I don't need your stinking boy band!" Did Phoenix Stone blow his chance to be larger than life? |
This Old House
November 13, 2002
Roseann Henry |
Surfaces Steve Thomas and Norm Abram reveal the secrets of great kitchen surfaces. |
Outside
October 2008 |
El Cap Video Watch an exclusive clip from Masters of Stone VI, featuring a new record speed ascent of El Cap. |
The Motley Fool
March 23, 2011
Ed Salwin |
Rosetta Stone's $30 Billion Opportunity Rosetta Stone could soar in the long run on international sales. |
This Old House
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Scott Gibson |
CounterPoints Everything you need to know to decide on your next countertop. |
Geotimes
June 2004 |
Memorials in Stone The summer is a wonderful time to hit the road and explore a variety of geologically significant places. Here, we profile three stone features that have been transformed into memorials to important figures in U.S. history. |
