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Royersford, PA Outdoor Living Space Case Study: Creating a space for the whole family
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David Connors
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May 23, 2020
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CKC Landscaping,
outdoor living,
outdoor cooking,
Techo Bloc,
Outdoor Roof Structure,
Outdoor fireplace
When this Royersford, PA family first started thinking of a new patio, they were focused on creating a new outdoor space for the entire family. They wanted an open but covered area to relax with friends, to cook, and a nice fireplace area. This led…
Tips to cooking a great steak on your outdoor grill
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David Connors
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May 20, 2020
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outdoor living space,
CKC Landscaping,
outdoor living,
tips on grilling a steak,
outdoor grilling,
outdoor cooking
SALTING EARLY PAYS OFF You might have heard the warning that you shouldn’t salt meat too far in advance of cooking because it can draw out moisture. It’s true that salt draws moisture towards itself, but over the course of 20 to 30 minutes that’s a…
Is a MultiLevel Patio Right For You?
If you're tired of your landscape the way it is or if you're in process of starting the design on your new outdoor living space, a multi-level patio could be just the thing to give your backyard some added pop. Multi-level patios are exactly what…
Permeable pavers are a growing trend
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David Connors
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May 13, 2020
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EP Henry Pavers,
permeable pavers,
Belgard pavers,
stormwater,
Permeable patio,
permeable driveway
Words like “sustainable” and “responsible” continue to grow in importance with today’s consumers as we collectively become more conscientious about how our actions affect the world around us and the legacy we leave behind. However, we still wish to…
The right retaining wall for you
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David Connors
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May 09, 2020
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CKC Landscaping,
outdoor living,
Techo Bloc Mini Creta Wall,
Natural Stone Wall,
retaining wall,
segmental retaining wall,
EP Henry Cast Stone Wall
CHOOSING THE RIGHT RETAINING WALLS When building retaining walls, here are some of the factors you should consider when planning the design and choosing the best wall for your project. A number of considerations have to be made when designing and…
Restoring a travertine patio
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David Connors
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May 06, 2020
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outdoor living space,
CKC Landscaping,
travertine patio restoration,
travertine patio cleaning,
travertine patio repair,
Travertine cleaning,
Paver Restoration
Travertine pavers are beautiful thick stones which are used for paving outdoor areas like pathways, hallways and pool areas. Travertine pavers are widely used around the globe in a variety of projects. With their elegant designs, travertine pavers…
Secrets of hiring a great hardscape contractor
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David Connors
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May 02, 2020
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outdoor living space,
hardscape contractor,
CKC Landscaping,
outdoor living
For most homeowners, the hardest part of any outdoor living space project isn't the work itself – it's finding a competent and reliable hardscape company to do the job. Installing retaining walls, pavers, and roof structures are straightforward…
What is Paver Restoration
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David Connors
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Apr 29, 2020
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CKC Landscaping offers a one of a kind Paver Restoration and Enhancement process. All pavers weather and require cleaning to restore their “new” appearance. Our process restores the original beauty and protects your pavers from future staining. CKC…
NCMA standards and why it matters
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David Connors
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Apr 25, 2020
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National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) is the national trade association representing the producers and suppliers of concrete masonry products, including concrete block, manufactured stone veneer, segmental retaining walls and articulating…
FAQ when planning a patio
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David Connors
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Apr 22, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions when planning a paver patio Making the right decision about your pavers is important. CKC Landscaping wants to help you with some FAQs. Concrete pavers have a long history and a lot of useful ways to create an…