Why did we stop using cobblestone?

• <div><p>Cobblestone fell out of favor with the advent of motor vehicles. Asphalt and concrete are both much smoother surfaces allowing for a smoother ride. Asphalt is also much cheaper, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-install-asphalt-driveway.htm">especially for driveways</a>. However, we didn’t stop using cobblestone altogether, and you can still see it as a decorative option in both homes, in parks, and in pedestrianized areas of cities. </p></div>

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Q: What’s the difference between masonry and concrete?

• <div><p>Masonry uses units like bricks, cement blocks, and stone with mortar between them. Mortar is generally made of sand and a type of cement. Examples of masonry include the brick or stone on a house, chimney, or freestanding wall. Concrete is a mixture of water, sand, stone aggregate, and other materials, and is poured into forms or moldings. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-concrete.htm">Types of concrete</a> applications include driveways, garage and basement floors, and poured concrete walls in basements and crawl spaces.</p></div>

Q: Can you German smear over painted brick?

• <div><p>A traditional German schmear uses mortar, making it unsuitable for adherence to painted surfaces. Professionals recommend removing any existing paint before applying mortar. However, you can rough up the painted surface and clean it to test if the mortar will stick. Remember that the underlying paint's texture and color may affect the schmear's final appearance&mdash;so starting with a bare brick wall will ensure the ideal finish.</p></div>

Q: How much does brick or stone siding cost?

• <div><p>Costs range from $10 to $30 per square foot, depending on material type and labor.</p></div>

Q: Can you do German schmear on stone?

• <div><p>Yes, you can do German schmear on stone. You can account for the more textured and rough surface of stone by using a large paintbrush instead of a putty knife. A brush allows you to drag mortar across the stone to get it into all the cracks and crevices. However, a brush will cover more of the surface, so you may need a wet sponge to scrub excess mortar and expose more of your stone.</p></div>

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Last update on November 22, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
Friendly and knowledgeable. Worked with me to get the top soil and spreading done and the gravel driveway repair too - done the same day!
Rochester Pool and Excavating Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2023
Gabe was amazing and professional. Very good at what he does. He can do landscaping or remodeling ! He fixed molding and also repaired siding with stone siding
Balance Home and Landscape
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Reviewed in March 2018
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Reviewed in August 2017
Mike helped create loose stepping stone walking paths through a large yard and in the gardens. He created an informal patio and re-did the sealant between 30 year old entry pavers. Our entry looks new again! A+ for professional work done to our complete satisfaction, and appreciated for his...
Celtic Patios and Concrete
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Reviewed in October 2016
Absolutely terrible. Horrendous. He never showed up to do the work. He never had a ride to work thanks to his DWI. He always had an excuse that was everyone's fault but his own. He is working on other jobs in order to pay his workers for my job and did the same with my funds. He said that he...
Clark and Wolcott
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Reviewed in May 2016
Joe and his team were awesome. They exceeded our expectations - they were kind, professional and did a really great job. They did the demo + removal of the project and we requested we keep the large stones. Not only did they remove the stones carefully but stacked them on the other end of the...
Andreassi Masonry Contractor LLC
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Reviewed in December 2015
It went very well and am extremely pleased with our new driveway. After talking to a number of driveway paving companies, I chose Trimaldi. There are a lot of paving companies out there and you never know if they'll do a good job. I talked to many companies. When talking to each company,...
TRIMALDI ROADWAYS INC
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Reviewed in September 2013
In 2012, Twin Oaks designed a new look for the front of our house. This included a new parking area with 3' stone wall and about 20 new bushes. The results were fantastic! Unfortunately, 2012 was a drought year and some of the bushes did not survive. This year Twin Oaks replaced the brown bushes...
TWIN OAKS LAWN & LANDSCAPE
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Reviewed in May 2013
Perinton Paving was easy to work with. The owner came out and measured the driveway and advised us on what was practical and what the cost would be. We decided to add four feet to the width of the drive for 40 feet. A few days later a crew arrived, dug out the soil and added about 10 to 12...
PERINTON PAVING INC
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Reviewed in May 2012
Steve explained all aspects of the job to me. He fabricates his own ductwork and created an impressive system for me that is a big upgrade in comfort and functionality over my original system. Steve was very respectful of my property, laying down tarps and cardboard to ensure that there was no...
Degraff Heating & Air Conditioning
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Smith's Lawn and Landscape, LLC is a owner operated small business out of Palmyra, NY. In the competitive lawn and landscape market we strive to differ from our competitors in that we develop professional yet approachable relationship with our customers. We offer a wide range of services from simple maintenance tasks to full renovations or new installations that we have the knowledge and the tools to efficiently complete. Call today for an always free estimate!

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