February 05, 2017
We conducted an interview with our Product Development Team composed of Wayne Patram and Brad McGregor, to give you a behind-the-scenes look on how we came up with our new Cast planter. Wayne, can you tell us the background on how this Cast product line came about? Wayne: The development of the Cast series was undertaken to address the […]
READ MOREJanuary 04, 2017
Selling a home with an aging, worn-out front step was a challenge for one customer in Winnipeg. Curb appeal was his priority to ensure a good price for his home. The Barkman Perma Step was selected to replace his front step after considering the different types of Barkman step styles. Interestingly enough, these steps required the […]
READ MORENovember 01, 2016
A big change was required to give this back yard in Winnipeg a dramatic transformation. Silver Stone Landscaping, the contractor tasked with this project, installed this in May of this year. Instead of installing one large patio, the yard was divided into four distinct zones, including a putting green, fire pit area, raised patio and a place to […]
READ MOREOctober 26, 2016
With the long, harsh winters and blistering hot summers, large shopping malls are a big part of urban shopping in Canada, making it hard to believe that malls have only now become popular in the past forty years. Landscape architects are looking for the right sustainable product that connects modern interior and exterior spaces, and […]
READ MOREOctober 18, 2016
When thinking of ferris wheels and carousels, your mind does not think Broadway 318, but that is exactly what the architects at Oxbow Architecture did. Playland Saskatoon is a small fun park for children and adults alike. The City of Saskatoon along with Potash Corp of Saskatchewan and Canpotex drove the initiative to provide a place for children […]
READ MOREOctober 14, 2016
Rock Solid Landscaping is a contractor in Estevan who uses Barkman products exclusively. We’ve had a relationship with them right from the time that they started their business approximately ten years ago and have done what we can to help develop and support their growth through the years. Rock Solid has done some great work in the Estevan area, including multiple […]
READ MOREOctober 05, 2016
To help you make the right Barkman product choices for your landscape project, we’re excited to bring you our new Barkman Product Calculator. This new tool will estimate the product you will need to complete your hardscapes project. Let’s go through the Calculator step-by-step. First, choose between a Paver or a Wall project. PROJECT DETAILS After selecting your project, […]
READ MORESeptember 09, 2016
“The introduction of Rosetta Kodah to the retaining wall family at Barkman could not have come at a better tiime,” according to Gary with M.D. Lawn Care & Landscaping Ltd. Gary has been installing retaining walls for Landmark townhome projects in the Greater Edmonton area for years, initially using Pisa2 and RomanPisa, then as recently as two years ago, the Landscape Architect […]
READ MOREAugust 30, 2016
The picturesque Okanagan Valley is not wanting for serene landscapes and breathtaking views. Home builders and landscapers are met with the challenge to honor the natural landscape with a smart design that does not try to improve on the wisdom of nature. Such was the challenge for Tim Valerioti, owner and operator of Hampton Pools and […]
READ MOREAugust 24, 2016
This summer I, Jason Plett, a summer student here at Barkman Concrete, was given a challenge to build a Compact Fireplace. At first, I did not think I would be able to build it because of my total lack of construction skills, but after some reassurances and encouragement, I decided to give it a go. Now, in […]
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