Celebrating Earth Week 2023

Happy Earth Week 2023! “Invest in our Planet” is the theme for Earth Week 2023. Natural stone is a product that comes naturally from Mother Earth. Prized for its durability, beauty, and unique aesthetic, natural stone is forever en vogue. And thanks to a continued drive from the industry, this natural material can be quarried sustainably, without depleting our precious non-renewable resources. In this Design & Build Blog Newsletter from Peninsula Building Materials, we cover bluestone, natural stone and a very special project from a local mason. Natural stone carved truly with love!

In addition, we include an inside look at our newest Showroom coming soon!

Bluestone Upgrades A Patio or Walkway With Natural Stone

Bluestone flagstone and pavers are a great choice for exterior landscaping due to their affordability, unique coloring, and most importantly, durability. Peninsula Building Materials sources bluestone primarily from Pennsylvania and New York. This natural stone is resistant to the harsh freeze-and-thaw cycles, making it an ideal choice for any outdoor project.

Peninsula Building Materials has bluestone available in a variety of different surfaces and texture finishes. READ

Chiseled: A Natural Stone Conversation

Natural stone draws the eye in each time. It connects us to something we can’t quite explain. It's timeless and soothing. And while most of us don’t build entire homes from stone these days, many love to add stone accents or pathways—a touch of craftsmanship to highlight the property.?READ

Thank you Jon Wood of Glacier Stone Supply for your assistance with this Design & Build Blog on natural stone.

Romancing the Stone: True Art of Masonry

A mason by trade as well as a project manager at Douglas Landscape Construction, Chris Peeters’ recent passion project truly shows off his love of masonry and stone. Limestone has been used for carving by French masons for centuries and this has long been a favorite of Chris’.?READ

Walnut Creek Showroom Opening Soon!

In a continued effort to support the design, architectural and building community, Peninsula Building Materials is opening another Showroom in downtown Walnut Creek.

Located off Hwy 680, this location will be open exclusively for industry professionals including Architects, Designers, and Contractors. With walls of natural stone samples, the Walnut Creek Showroom is an ideal place to explore options, pick up samples and meet with clients. Reach out to us today:

Pete Betsekas (408) 690-1218

Brenda Hunsinger (650) 861-6062

Dave Mekeel (209) 652-2859

Peninsula Building Materials: Celebrating 100 Years of Family-Owned Business Success

For?over 100 years, Peninsula Building Materials has been dedicated to supplying materials for masonry contractors, builders and architects. Our blog is dedicated to help our customers stay informed on industry trends, new products, local project highlights, and best practices and tips for successful project completions. It is our utmost intent to make sure you find the exact product that best represents the look, feel and integrity of your design.

In Northern California, Peninsula Building Materials also specializes in flagstone, thin brick, pavers, natural stone veneer and more.