OSHA’s New Silica Rule You may or may not know that on September 23rd, OSHA’s new regulations regarding the exposure to silica in the workplace took effect. What is Required of Your Company? Under these new regulations companies are required…
On Saturday, August 19th we held the second Hardscape North America (HNA) Pacific Northwest Regional Qualifier at our paver plant in Lacey, Washington. Nine teams competed for an all-expenses paid trip to Louisville, Kentucky to compete with other regional winners…
Summer outdoor entertaining season is here in the Pacific Northwest! And how ready is your back yard? The Seattle Times recently published a Q&A article with us on the topic, appearing in a recent Saturday Homes section. ---------- Article Question:Â …
Do you install hardscapes within Seattle’s city limits? Did you know that the City of Seattle now has new guidelines for the management of stormwater and drainage with new construction projects? The new Stormwater Code and Manual came out last…
What kind of shape is your yard in? Do you smile with pride each time you drive up to your home or do you cringe? If you aren’t too thrilled with the shape that it is in, don’t feel bad!…
If there was one thing you wish you could change about your yard, what would it be? Is it a troublesome hillside that causes dirt and debris to run down every time it rains? These hillsides are not only ugly…
(Photo credit: Downtown Seattle Association website and SLU web dev) Seattle continues to be in the midst of a development boom. The Downtown Seattle Association (DSA) recently released their guide measuring this and reporting on 2016 development activity. You can…
What is more fun in the spring than a backyard party? The trees are budding, the birds are singing, and the glorious sun is shining! It’s time to emerge from the house and celebrate with family and friends. But before…
Today, on International Women's Day, Mutual Materials would like to recognize the growing professional contributions that women are bringing into the trade professions. Â In our business lines of providing masonry and hardscape products, we work with architects, designers, construction professionals,…
Wondering if you could you install your own pavers in your yard to build a patio or walkway? Â We think you can, and invite you to watch this quick video demo then judge for yourself. Here, in this raw non-edited…