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November 1, 2022

7 Best-Selling Landscaping Rock Types in 2022

There are hundreds of different landscaping rocks, so choosing the right type for your residential or commercial projects can be a daunting task. Below, you can learn more about the seven best-selling landscaping rock types in 2022 and how each one can bring your landscaping vision to fruition…

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September 26, 2022

Top 5 Maintenance Tips for Commercial Asphalt Pavement

As a business that maintains a physical property, there are few things that communicate professionalism more than well-maintained asphalt pavement. It shows care for your employees and customers, and aside from the visual appeal, it contributes to the health and well-being of anything that drives on it…

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May 12, 2021

Asphalt vs. Concrete

Asphalt and concrete are two of the most common materials used in residential and commercial construction. Both have their own inherent benefits and uses for specific projects and understanding the differences between them can help you get the function and aesthetic you desire…

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May 4, 2021

What Are the Three Types of Rocks?

As a company that deals in a lot of aggregates, RB Materials is no stranger to rocks. What’s interesting is that with all the diversity, we can trace them all back to three distinct origins. All of which play a particular role in how we help our customers today…

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April 21, 2021

Why Do You Need a Good Asphalt Subbase?

The best way to erode the integrity of a newly paved road or parking lot, is to improperly prepare what can’t be seen. Like many things in life, the finished product is just a small piece of the effort and time that went into it. That’s especially true when talking about asphalt paving…

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January 26, 2021

Understanding the Rock Cycle

Why should we care about the Rock Cycle now? What’s useful about understanding this cycle, and how do we benefit from it in our modern world?

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