HOME PRODUCTS / GALLERY ABOUT US / CONTACT REVIEWS BLOG STAFF Recent Blog Items Here are some of our most recent blog articles. Check back often to see the newest information on all the stone products and vendors we carry. Protect Your Cleaner and Sealer Inventory from Freezing Published: October 25, 2021 General Sealers and cleaners will freeze when exposed to freezing temperatures (32° and lower). If a sealer or cleaner freezes just once, it may no longer be usable. Protect your inventory even if your area experiences freezing temperatures for relatively short periods of time. Prevent Sealers/Cleaners From Freezing: Store in a place where the temperature stays above 40 degrees Avoid temperature variance - store product off of the floor and away from an exterior door. How do you know if your ... [ MORE ] Sealing and Cleaning Stone Helps Prevent Winter Weathering Published: October 11, 2021 General Wisconsin Winters can be tough on homes. Snow, ice, and stretches of thawing/freezing temperatures can take a toll on patios, sidewalks and driveways. Water freezes and expands, creating fractures in concrete or weakening mortar joints between stones. But maintaining stone exteriors doesn’t have to be complicated, and the satisfaction of keeping your house looking great makes it worth the work! Whether your home features real or manufactured stone, it should be properly sealed when ... [ MORE ] Ready to Seal? Prepare or Beware: How to properly prepare a surface before sealing Published: June 21, 2021 General One component of successful sealing is surface preparation. This technical bulletin from SureBond is a guide to properly preparing a hardscape surface before sealing. Whether a hardscape is brand new or has been installed for years, preparation of the surface before sealing is an important process to help achieve successful, beautiful and long term results. It can be time consuming at first, but in the long run it will save time, money, and hassle! Clear the Surface: Remove all furniture, ... [ MORE ] When to Choose a Surebond Penetrating Sealer Published: June 07, 2021 General Targeted Concrete & Stone Protection with Surebond Penetrating Sealers Surebond offers a broad spectrum of sealer options to meet the variety of goals a project owner may have for their hardscape surface. For a higher level of focused protection, a Surebond Penetrating Sealer such as SB-4000, SB-4400, SB-5000 or SB-6400 may be the best choice. When should you consider using a Surebond Penetrating Sealer? ⇒Your One Goal: Surface Protection After uncovering your goals in ... [ MORE ] Using Natural Stone for Your Backyard Oasis Published: May 24, 2021 General Installing a gorgeous outdoor space is like taking a mini vacation every day! Real, natural stone has always been one of the most popular, durable, and sustainable options for creating your very own poolside oasis. It's much more attractive and can be maintained and repaired more easily than concrete. For some inspiration, check out these images of a backyard pool and covered kitchen featuring "Greystone Gold" Estate Stone Panels from Realstone Systems. Greystone Gold is quartzite with ... [ MORE ] Introducing Versetta Stone Published: April 26, 2021 Introducing a new vendor, Versetta Stone - the mortarless way to install beautiful stone veneer walls! Versetta stone is a complete system that installs faster and offers the versatility to create stunning exterior and interior walls without the limitations of heavy traditional stone materials. These panels made of lightweight, reinforced concrete have the look of authentic stone but install with screws or nails. They can be added almost anywhere without additional support! No painting, ... [ MORE ] Stone Retaining Walls are Both Decorative and Functional Published: February 22, 2021 General Stone retaining walls serve many purposes in a landscape. A wall helps to control erosion, creates more usable space in the yard, provides a means for terracing a hillside down to a lake, and is an opportunity to add decorative accents. Recognize the benefits of adding a retaining wall to your yard and know when to call for help in having it designed and installed. Erosion Control Rain and wind bring about soil erosion on many properties, and this is especially common in those areas on a ... [ MORE ] Make Your Patio Stand Out With Flagstones Published: January 25, 2021 General A backyard patio is a good way to expand the usability of your backyard. You can use a patio space for a grill or an outdoor kitchen, you can create a space for a fire pit, and you can use it as a foundation for an outdoor shelter that lets you relax outside while the weather is nice. A large patio also means you’ll have a smaller lawn you need to care for. Most backyard patios use plain concrete slabs. That’s a cost-effective option, but it’s also very simple and ... [ MORE ] Types of Stone That Can Handle a Harsh Wisconsin Winter Published: December 21, 2020 Though many different types of stone will look amazing in the yard through the summer months, care needs to be taken to choose a stone material that can survive the winter. In Wisconsin, the winter weather can be harsh and there can be significant damage to patios, walkways, and other stone creations in the yard. For stone that’s going to not only survive the winter but look fantastic afterward as well, check out some of the options here. Pavers One option is pavers. These pavers are ... [ MORE ] Achieving Sealing Success with Surebond Sealers Published: November 16, 2020 Once a new hardscape is complete or an older project has been restored, it’s the perfect time to apply a sealer to protect it. Surebond sealers can offer protection without changing the look of the surface or, if desired, a sealer with enhancing technology can be applied. There’s a lot to know about sealing hardscapes. Start learning more by reading our top tips and important considerations for optimal results and sealing success below. Step 1: Selecting The Right Sealer Surebond ... [ MORE ] 1 2 3 4 NEXT Quick Links Search Blog Reviews Vendors Installation Materials Contact Latest Blogs 25 Oct 2021 Protect Your Cleaner and Sealer Inventory from Freezing 11 Oct 2021 Sealing and Cleaning Stone Helps Prevent Winter Weathering 21 Jun 2021 Ready to Seal? Prepare or Beware: How to properly prepare a surface before sealing Get In Touch 9787 Rylee Lane Minocqua 54548 715-356-4205 aroppyw@deerrunstone.com Store Hours No appointment needed! All staff have received their COVID vaccine. 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