GRANITE GOLDRUSH: THE MOTHER LODE OF VINTAGE COBBLESTONE HAS ARRIVED At Stone Farm, we’re always prospecting. Now, we’re happy to announce our latest efforts have paid off with a massive haul of authentic granite cobbles, salvaged straight from the historic streets of a New Jersey industrial town, and built to last. Hand-laid a century ago to support trolley lines and …
A Whole New World: Cobblestone Pavers in America
The story of cobblestone pavers in America began with a most unremarkable, ordinary purpose, but resulted in an extraordinary legacy of style and substance that lasts to this day. ACROSS THE OCEAN During the 17th and 18th centuries, European wooden ships travelling to America rode high in the water and required material-known as ballast-to weigh them down and stabilize them. …
Building with Patio Pavers
When considering materials for a patio application, the first question should regard functionality: What type of finished surface is required for the space? Stone Farm loosely classifies surfaces from rustic (more surface variation) to refined (more of a uniform surface). A rustic surface might be fine around a fire pit or a walkway, but would not be suitable for a location with tables …