Pondless Water Feature with Pond Liner The flexibility of a pond-less feature using rubber pond liner makes this a popular method among professionals and do-it-yourselfers. The only problem many people encounter is the difficulty of getting a large, heavy bubbler stone placed perfectly on the delicate liner without accidentally puncturing it - especially in a backyard situation where access by heavy equipment is limited. Download instructions

Pondless Water Feature with Prefab Base Unit The Pond-less Bubbler Base Unit replaces the need to use rubber pond liner which - if it accidentally gets punctured - is the weak link of any feature. The unit serves as the base for the bubbling feature stone, water reservoir and protected place to locate the pump. They are virtually bullet-proof and very easy to maintain. Available in these sizes: 12" deep x 48" x 48" - holds up to 2000 lbs 15" deep x 24" x 48" - holds up to 600 lbs Download instructions

Dry Set Flagstone Walk or Patio Dry-setting is the most popular, most versatile and easiest method method of installing natural flagstone. But it can be more maintenance and less stable depending on the amount of traffic it receives. Download our detailed instructions for complete picture on this process. Download instructions

Mortar-setting flagstone For a permanent and maintenance-free natural stone surface, mortar-setting is the way to go. Highly recommended for primary entries and high-use outdoor entertainment areas and walkways, mortar-set flagstone can be swept, blown or hosed-off without the grit or dirt than is typical of dry-set flagstone. There is little chance of the stones or grout shifting once it is set which makes for a safer, higher utility surface. Download instructions

How to Build Your Wall Dig a trench about 6” deep and about 12” wide or as wide as your largest stones along the base of your slope or the proposed location of the wall. There is no elaborate footing required for a dry wall since no mortar is used the stones are not bonded together and they will rise and fall with the frost causing no damage to your wall. Then place your largest stones in the trench end to end. For best results, lay all your stones flat as they would lie naturally on the ground. Now, as you begin to stack the wall up working from one end to the other, you must remember to slope it back toward the high ground, or “batter the wall” as we call it. This is accomplished by simply standing your level on end and measuring to the face of the wall as shown in the sketch. As you build your wall try to avoid continuous horizontal and vertical joints by breaking them up with larger and smaller stones. Place stones so they fit tightly together for strength and a nice appearance. Fill in behind your wall with dirt and compact it as you go. Every now and then turn a long stone into the hillside to act as an anchor or “bond stone”. This will improve the stability of your wall. Save some nice flat pieces to cap the wall off on top.* Download instructions *For a wall which will be 4' in height or over you should consult an engineer

Quarry Links Below are some links to the websites of some of our suppliers which you may find helpful.   K2 Stone Quarries Unique, cost-effective building and landscaping material known as Ocean Pearl Natural Stone Natural Stone Veneers Int. Due to its thin cut natural stone veneer makes the application process easier and quicker. Halquist Stone is a Wisconsin based quarry which has been quarrying and fabricating stone since 1929 Bedrock Granite Sales is a BC based family business supplying local stone from its two quarries. Hucklberry Stone is North America's Largest Quarrier of Basalt and has been in business for twenty five years. Champlain Stone have been supplying quality natural stone products from the foothills of New York's Adirondack Mountains for almost a quarter century. Glacier Stone Supply, LLC is based in the beautiful region of Northwest Montana and delivers premium full stone to customers, masons, architects, contractors and distributors. How To Links And here are some other links to companies and resources that may be useful. Working with thin stone How to install our new range of thin veneer products quickly and easily. Click here Huckleberry Stone Supply has several helpful worksheets to natural stone project calculations and plans. Print these out for your projects. Build a dry stack retaining wall Laying flagstone patio Building a wall using mortar Cascade Stone Supply is a proud dealer for: Halquist Stone, fabricators of the original Lannon Stone. Family owned and operated since 1922 Champlain Stone quarries of fine quality Van Tassel, American, and Corinthian Granite Trade Names, as well as South Bay Quartzite. Please remember that stone is a natural product and variations occur in colors and pattern. We cannot guarantee an exact match to the pictures shown. Site design and all photography by