Thinking of building a retaining wall for organic gardening but not sure where to start? There are a number of building material options that can be considered, but concrete retaining wall design is one of the best. Concrete block for…
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…
Inspiration Awaits! Showcasing the lasting beauty and versatility of natural stone, our new Idea Book is meant to inspire those looking to create with something other than concrete, wood, or brick. Flip through the catalog and see the rustic grandeur…
This blog post is provided by Jacob Tate, the owner of Dreamscapes Landscape & Design. Dreamscapes is a hardscape/softscape company serving both the South Sound and the Seattle/Eastside area since 2007. Benefits of a Paver Patio & What to Consider…
Masonry iQ™ - A Revit® Plug-in for Clay on Concrete Masonry Design As Building Information Modeling (BIM), continues to grow in popularity, many in the architectural community have run into challenges modeling masonry projects in Revit®. The default practice of…
It's a major decision when deciding to remodel your home or landscape your yard. There is a lot of money and time involved so you want your project to come out perfectly and to reflect the vision you had when…
New Mutual Materials Branch Opens in South Seattle near I-5 Contractors in the Puget Sound region now have a new location available for will-call pick up of Mutual Materials products. Our new branch is located conveniently off I-5 just…
Guidelines for Cleaning and Sealing Hardscape Projects. Hardscape projects such as patios, walkways, retaining walls and driveways that use concrete pavers will always look better and more professional when a job is both cleaned and sealed after installation. Cleaning and…
Dark browns, grays, and blacks are some of the hottest colors in the design world right now. They break away from the classic reds that represented the architectural world through the 20th Century and are allowing architects and designers to…