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A garden path with large rectangular stone slabs leads through lush greenery, including shrubs and ornamental grasses. The path is bordered by small rocks and surrounded by various plants, creating a serene and inviting scene.

November 26, 2024 | Hardscapes

Tips for Designing Your Yard With Large Pavers

A big backyard project can easily become overwhelming, especially if you plan to use items like large concrete pavers. You have t…

Circular wood bench with table

November 21, 2024 | Hardscapes

Eagle Scout Project Supplies

Whether you grew up watching an older sibling become an Eagle Scout or are in the program now, a final project may be what i…

A landscaped garden with a waterfall, pond, and patio area featuring a fire pit, outdoor furniture, and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery and evening lighting.

September 13, 2024 | Hardscapes

What Is Hardscaping: A Guide

Hardscaping projects offer endless possibilities when it comes to making the most out of your property in terms of both beau…

A patterned brick walkway lies between vibrant green foliage on either side, suggesting a well-maintained garden or park path.

September 13, 2024 | Clay Pavers

Slippery When Wet. Are Clay Pavers a Hazard?

When considering which material you want to use for a patio or driveway, it is important to consider how it will perform und…

A winding red brick pathway meanders through a lush green park with manicured shrubs, palm trees, and interspersed large rocks.

September 13, 2024 | Clay Pavers

Clay Pavers vs. Concrete Pavers: What’s The Difference?

Pavers are a great way to create both durable and aesthetically pleasing hardscapes outside your home, whether you are looki…

A stack of red construction bricks piled haphazardly in a construction site setting.

September 13, 2024 | Clay Pavers

Clay vs. Brick Pavers: Is There a Difference?

Pavers are essential for the vast majority of home hardscaping projects, but there are a lot of choices to be made when it c…

A paint roller applies a glossy black coating to textured tiles, reflecting a cloudy sky above.

September 13, 2024 | Pavers

Painting Outdoor Pavers: Our Guide

Having an outdoor space can be an incredible feature of your home, but you may want to change the style in the future. Compl…

A modern single-story house stands at dusk, with geometric lawn patterns made of hardscapes and decorative shrubbery under a colorful sky.

September 5, 2024 | Hardscapes

How Hardscapes Add Value to Your Home

Home renovations are a common way to increase one’s property value, but knowing which renovations will work best can be tric…

Batchelder & Collins Customer Appreciation

May 20, 2024 | FAQs

May 17th Batchelder & Collins Day

We are thrilled to announce a special occasion that marks a significant milestone in our history. The city of Norfolk, VA, h…

Fireplace chimney with brick

July 6, 2023 | Brick, Fireplace

Our Guide to Refreshing Your Brick Fireplace

Fireplaces come in many styles, from natural stone fireplaces to brick fireplaces and even concrete fireplaces. The bricks y…

A garden path with large rectangular stone slabs leads through lush greenery, including shrubs and ornamental grasses. The path is bordered by small rocks and surrounded by various plants, creating a serene and inviting scene.

November 26, 2024 | Hardscapes

Tips for Designing Your Yard With Large Pavers

A big backyard project can easily become overwhelming, especially if you plan to use items like lar…

Circular wood bench with table

November 21, 2024 | Hardscapes

Eagle Scout Project Supplies

Whether you grew up watching an older sibling become an Eagle Scout or are in the program now, a fi…

A landscaped garden with a waterfall, pond, and patio area featuring a fire pit, outdoor furniture, and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery and evening lighting.

September 13, 2024 | Hardscapes

What Is Hardscaping: A Guide

Hardscaping projects offer endless possibilities when it comes to making the most out of your prope…

A patterned brick walkway lies between vibrant green foliage on either side, suggesting a well-maintained garden or park path.

September 13, 2024 | Clay Pavers

Slippery When Wet. Are Clay Pavers a Hazard?

When considering which material you want to use for a patio or driveway, it is important to conside…

A winding red brick pathway meanders through a lush green park with manicured shrubs, palm trees, and interspersed large rocks.

September 13, 2024 | Clay Pavers

Clay Pavers vs. Concrete Pavers: What’s The Difference?

Pavers are a great way to create both durable and aesthetically pleasing hardscapes outside your ho…

A stack of red construction bricks piled haphazardly in a construction site setting.

September 13, 2024 | Clay Pavers

Clay vs. Brick Pavers: Is There a Difference?

Pavers are essential for the vast majority of home hardscaping projects, but there are a lot of cho…

A paint roller applies a glossy black coating to textured tiles, reflecting a cloudy sky above.

September 13, 2024 | Pavers

Painting Outdoor Pavers: Our Guide

Having an outdoor space can be an incredible feature of your home, but you may want to change the s…

A modern single-story house stands at dusk, with geometric lawn patterns made of hardscapes and decorative shrubbery under a colorful sky.

September 5, 2024 | Hardscapes

How Hardscapes Add Value to Your Home

Home renovations are a common way to increase one’s property value, but knowing which renovations w…

Batchelder & Collins Customer Appreciation

May 20, 2024 | FAQs

May 17th Batchelder & Collins Day

We are thrilled to announce a special occasion that marks a significant milestone in our history. T…

Fireplace chimney with brick

July 6, 2023 | Brick, Fireplace

Our Guide to Refreshing Your Brick Fireplace

Fireplaces come in many styles, from natural stone fireplaces to brick fireplaces and even concrete…

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