When it comes to a durable, attractive, earth friendly building material, nothing beats brick. Brick buildings can stand the test of time and still look as good as when they were first built. Brick is a building material often used…
Flagstone and bluestone are large, flat stones often used for patios, walkways, driveways, and pool decks. They are popular in landscape design due to their durability, natural stone look, rich colors, and versatility in installation, either setting them in sand…
Do you notice that you feel calmer when you go outside, especially if you’re able to walk in the park or be around natural elements? Data shows most people feel calmer when surrounded by the natural world. Unfortunately, we have…
This post from Jacob Tate at Dreamscapes Landscape & Design discusses the benefits of adding a retaining wall to your yard. If your landscape features sharp gradient changes, a retaining wall is a feature worth integrating. In addition to providing…
Researching the right materials is an important part of the overall process of designing your new home or remodeling project. When it comes to selecting the right materials for your project, it’s important to consider every last detail during the…
Flagstone patios make a unique design statement in your outdoor living space. Because they’re 100% natural stone (one of the only all-natural materials you can use for a patio), they offer one of a kind color combinations and shapes. If…
Mutual Materials, like all employers in the region and across the country, is monitoring the Coronavirus – COVID-19. The health and safety of our customers and employees is our number one priority. We continue to take the precautions recommended…
Mutual MNote: A variation on this blog post ran in the Seattle Times NW Homes section. The article was called; Achieve the look and feel of solid stone with this budget-friendly option. What remodeling projects have the highest return on…
Interlocking concrete pavers add beauty and distinction to your home or yard, whether it’s a driveway, patio, or walkway. Often permeable concrete pavers are the optimal choice for living a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle due to over-saturation of soil, municipal codes, or…
A paver patio, walkway or driveway already sets your home apart from others using poured concrete or asphalt. It gives the appearance of added sophistication that goes above and beyond the pure functional purpose of the other surfaces with a…