The winter months are quickly approaching, which means it is nearing the time to say, “see you next spring” to your beautiful outdoor living space. How can you protect your patio from the elements?
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Delyn Ruser works on our sales team. He talks to us about why he enjoys his job and the Game of Thrones theme song.
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Pavers are a popular choice when it comes to building beautiful outdoor living spaces. So, what do you need to know about pavers? How long do pavers last? Most pavers are made to last a lifetime. We recommend asking about a manufacturer’s warranty when choosing a paver to utilize for
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We often use the "term" block in our world but what does that really mean? When we say block, in the simplest terms, we mean a large, solid piece of hard material made of concrete. What are concrete blocks, AKA concrete masonry units (CMUs), and how are they used?
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Are you working on a project in your backyard? Looking for a little guidance? Here are three ways we can help on your next DIY project.
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If you’ve ever driven by the King’s Material location on 12th Avenue in Cedar Rapids, you’ve surely noticed the car propped in the air. Maybe you’ve even been confused as to why a concrete, masonry and landscaping product supplier hoists a car in the air. The short answer to “why the car?” is that we aren’t exactly sure!
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With over 40 years of experience with King’s Material, the work we do is in Charlie’s blood. Learn more about some of his favorite projects, and how he’s always looking forward to the next one.
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There are many misconceptions when it comes to the sustainability of concrete. So, we’ve rounded up three reasons you should consider concrete when building.
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A backyard fire pit offers your friends and family a place to gather and enjoy your evenings. We recommend using one of our fire pit kits for a quality and beautiful product. Here’s how to get the fire started in five easy steps. Chose a location for your fire pit:Before
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Like everyone, we are keeping our employees’ and customers’ health at the forefront of our thoughts and actions. It’s because of this, we want to give you a few quick tips to work with us during this time. Give us a call. We are still available by phone to consult
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Want to work with us but don’t know where to start? The first thing you should know is we are known for our quality products, industry experience, and knowledge of products. So, you can just reach out to us today to put that experience to use on the project you
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It’s hard to forget meeting Tim Martin, our Coralville location manager. Tim brings incredible energy to our team as well as logistics and sales support. He is quick to lend a helping hand to any project we have in the company and brings with him more than enough sarcasm.
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