The Top 9 Hardscaping Trends for 2025

Jonathan Perrette

Homeowners are continually investing in their outdoor spaces and hardscaping trends are always changing to consider looks, sustainability, and functionality. Whether you are planning a full backyard transformation or making minor upgrades, 2025 brings exciting innovations to outdoor design. Here are the top hardscaping trends shaping landscapes this year. 1....

What You Need to Know About Retaining Walls for Your Ottawa Property

Jonathan Perrette

Retaining walls are structures that can drastically improve the functionality and look of your outdoors. Whether you're dealing with sloping land or aiming to add visual interest to your backyard, a well-constructed retaining wall can make a big difference. Today, we will go over what retaining walls are, why they’re...

4 Key Things to Consider When Planning a Hardscaping Project

Jonathan Perrette

Hardscaping is one of the most impactful aspects of landscaping, as it involves the installation of non-plant elements like stone patios, retaining walls, walkways, fire pits and driveways. These features not only enhance the aesthetics and functionality of your outdoor space but also contribute to the long-term value of your...

Choosing the Right Base Materials for Your Pavers

Jonathan Perrette

When planning your next landscaping project, from a driveway to a backyard, base material is a crucial factor to consider. Choosing the right base materials is extremely important to achieve durable results. At Canlok Stone, we understand that the success of any project depends on a reliable foundation.  Why Are...

Expert Tips to Care for Your Pavers During Winter

Jonathan Perrette

One of the most common concerns homeowners have after installing a paver driveway, entrance, or walkway is how to maintain it during the winter season. First, it’s important to understand that quality pavers are designed to withstand harsh conditions. Our pavers are engineered with exceptional compressive strength and low water...

4 Ways to Build Your Dream Outdoor Kitchen

Jonathan Perrette

Building an outdoor kitchen is a great way to extend your living space into the outdoors, enhance your home’s value and enjoy the outdoors. An outdoor kitchen will become the heart of your backyard, providing a perfect setting for family gatherings, summer barbecues and outdoor weeknight dinners. By thoughtfully planning...

9 Essential Tips for Using Patio Pavers for Your Next Landscape Project

Jonathan Perrette

Pavers are known for their aethetics, durability, ease of installation, and ability to fit any design vision. 

Everything You Need to Know About Retaining Walls

Jonathan Perrette

Whether you want to add structure, functionality, or simply enhance aesthetics, versatile retaining walls provide the strength and stability for various landscape and construction projects.