Landscaping/Waterscaping

Creating natural looks for artificial rock formations by backyard pools

August 31, 2023

Today’s cast concrete rock component systems look real because they are cast from real rocks to provide the same shape, character, and texture. More pool builders are using cast concrete rock because it holds up extremely well to the freeze-thaw temperatures in Canada and the northern U.S.

How artificial rock features enhance outdoor living

July 14, 2023

Design trends come and go, but natural stone is one outdoor living design element which has stood the test of time and never goes out of style. Natural or artificial stone adds beauty and sophistication as well as form, texture, and dimension to outdoor living—especially when it comes to integrating swimming pools into the backyard.

The perfect staycation: transforming a cottage backyard into dream oasis

April 20, 2023

With two kids at home, this family was happy to have a space that complemented their active, healthy lifestyles. After an exhaustive search, when they found the property in Uxbridge, Ontario, the homeowners called Pool Craft—the same company that built their first pool in 2015—to install their new forever pool.

Cast-concrete accessories: Installing artificial rock features at aquatic facilities

April 3, 2023

Builders renovating commercial aquatic facilities are looking for ways to help them attract patrons. This often means looking for ways to create a “waterpark” feel around the pool. Rock work can immediately give an aquatic facility a waterpark feel, but rather than wrangling real stones and boulders, builders using artificial rock can build structures much larger and safer.

Custom water and fire features

June 24, 2021

To create custom water features with the appearance of natural rock, glass-fibreglass-reinforced concrete (GFRC) panels have quickly become popular for pool builders who want flexibility and ease of installation.

Show fountains: Choreographing music, water, and lights to attract visitors

January 24, 2021

Station Park in Farmington, Utah, is not only home to a large retail, entertainment, restaurant, hotel, and office sector, but also an amazing show fountain.

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Landscaping/Waterscaping

Last Drop: Newcastle backyard becomes a terraced family retreat

Creating natural looks for artificial rock formations by backyard pools

How artificial rock features enhance outdoor living

The perfect staycation: transforming a cottage backyard into dream oasis

Cast-concrete accessories: Installing artificial rock features at aquatic facilities

Custom water and fire features

Show fountains: Choreographing music, water, and lights to attract visitors

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Last Drop: Newcastle backyard becomes a terraced family retreat

Creating natural looks for artificial rock formations by backyard pools

How artificial rock features enhance outdoor living

The perfect staycation: transforming a cottage backyard into dream oasis

Cast-concrete accessories: Installing artificial rock features at aquatic facilities

Custom water and fire features

Show fountains: Choreographing music, water, and lights to attract visitors

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