The last couple months in Indiana have brought plenty of snow—and we likely aren’t done yet. Even though we’re still in the thick of winter, you may want to start thinking about repairing your gravel driveway with a little help from Garrity Stone, Inc.

If you’ve ever had a gravel driveway, you know that Indiana winters can cause mass destruction. Snow plows take off with your stone, pushing it into your lawn or down the road. Snow and ice can build up and then melt away or even flood, carrying your gravel with it. Your vehicle creates wheel ruts, […]

Keeping your gravel driveway in tip-top shape can sometimes take a back seat to other outdoor home improvement projects. However, without proper care and attention, a gravel driveway can soon be filled with potholes, have uneven gravel rock, and cause drainage issues. Allow Garrity Stone, Inc. of Indianapolis to give you a few tips for […]

Don’t have the green thumb you need to cultivate lush flower beds? Perhaps you’re thinking, “Forget about lush. I’d settle for living.” A gravel garden is the simple solution to these rocky situations.

Many of my favorite fall memories revolve around fire pits. Cooking s’mores, roasting brats (yes, many of the memories are food related), and chatting with family and friends underneath the stars are just a few of them. If you live in Indy, you don’t have to wait for your next camping trip to have a […]

If you want to transform your Indiana yard from mediocre to marvelous, building pathways is the perfect place to start. Outdoor paths create interest and structure in any lawn. People are naturally curious about where paths go. Whether you have a pathway that leads to a simple backyard bench or to a hidden-garden sanctuary, the […]

It’s a perfect 70-degree spring evening. As the steaks are cooking flawlessly on the grill, you lean against the standing bar and enjoy a glass of wine with your friends, laughing and swapping stories about your weeks. The baseball game on the radio competes with the kids’ squeals nearby on the swing set. It doesn’t […]

Are you searching for a signature look for your Indiana yard or garden? Stone steps aren’t only stylish, but they are a practical addition to any landscape as well. If your yard is lacking that extra aesthetic touch, why not mix it up with some stone steps?

When you imagine a gravel road, you’re probably picturing a run-down road through the country—the type of road that’s hard on your car and unpleasantly dusty. It might be surprising to you, then, that gravel driveways are becoming more and more popular among homeowners. The rustic look of a gravel driveway can add to your […]

Anyone who lives near a river knows how delightful it is to listen to the water flowing past your windows every day. However, river living can also be dangerous—heavy rains can bring floods and riverbanks can collapse. If your house is near a river, a retaining wall may be a wise investment.