Can it be dangerous to cut stone as a beginner?

• <div><p>Cutting stone comes with a number of safety hazards. First and foremost, if you’re not comfortable with the equipment required to cut stone, including blades and grinders, you could easily injure yourself. The heavy machinery also poses a risk to your ears if you don’t wear proper ear protection; similarly, you need to wear eye protection to keep debris from irritating your eyes.</p><p>However, the biggest risk from cutting stone comes from the stone dust. When breathed in, stone dust can be a huge hazard to your lungs. Always wear a face mask when cutting stone to prevent inhaling stone dust, and thoroughly clean the work area when you are finished.</p><p>To avoid injury, we recommend hiring a stone-cutting professional, rather than attempting this job yourself.</p></div>

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Q: What’s the difference between stone veneer and real stone?

• <div><p>Real stone is exactly what it sounds like: It&rsquo;s real stone sourced from the earth without additives. It is durable and unique, but it&rsquo;s difficult to work with because of its weight, challenge in sourcing, and high cost. Stone veneer mimics the look of real stone but is actually engineered with a mixture of Portland cement, natural minerals, and a colorant. While it&rsquo;s more affordable and easier to work with, it&rsquo;s less durable and may appear manufactured to the trained eye.</p></div>

Q: Can you cut patio stones with a circular saw?

• <div><p>Yes, you can cut patio stones with a circular saw. Similar to using an electric grinder, you will need to use a diamond blade as this is the most effective blade for cutting a material like stone. The stone must be wet when using a circular saw to ensure the cut is smooth.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth sealing brickwork?

• <div><p>Most of the time, you don&rsquo;t need to seal brickwork and can save that money for another area of home improvement. But if your brick is cracking or you live in an area with a lot of excess moisture (either in terms of rain or freezes), sealing can extend the lifetime of your home. But, make sure you use a breathable sealant, like siloxane, to allow the moisture to evaporate on its own.</p></div>

Q: Can you drill into brick with a regular drill?

• <div><p>You may not need a hammer drill if you&rsquo;re planning on drilling one or two very small diameter holes in brick. For holes with a diameter of 3/16-inch or less, a regular drill with a masonry bit can do the job. However, the bit will heat up quickly, and the process will take significantly longer than with a hammer drill. Prepare to cool your drill bit down in a bucket of water more often. </p></div>

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Last update on November 23, 2025

Reviewed in November 2014
I chose a different provider because they would do the whole driveway instead of just dropping off the gravel. They arrived on time and were pleasant to work with.
Thompsons Sand Gravel & Excavating
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Reviewed in July 2014
We had just purchased a house in Williams Bay and the landscaping left much to be desired. We needed especially to do something with the side, which was just a muddy slope with little landscaping. The front was passable, but not inspiring. Our designer presented us with a design that built a...
Paul Swartz Nursery
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Reviewed in June 2013
Absolutely flawless. He was in contact w/us throughout the time frame (delays due to weather). Very solid base now & a dream to drive on.
Pustina Excavating
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Reviewed in July 2012
He’s really good. When I had an emergency – a fire in my house – I called & he was there before the insurance agent! He does beautiful work & is reasonably well priced. He’s like an old-world craftsman with stone & brick. He does a lot of work restoring the stone work on historic houses. He’s...
Lester Tyrer
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Reviewed in October 2020
Shave was great to work with. Highly recommend his business. The job site was always cleaned up at the end of the day. The final project turned out outstanding! We will most definitely have All American Landscaping back this spring!
All American Landscaping
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Reviewed in October 2012
We first used this company about 7 years ago. At that time the company graded our backyard, fixed drainage problem in front yard, and landscaped our home. The owner was very professional and always stuck by his word. He is very reliable, honest, and knowledgeable. We had no idea what we wanted...
Zerzanek Landscape By Design
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Reviewed in December 2014
Outdoor Concepts was very flexible with our plan and was able to make adjustments to our plan as necessary. We will have more work for them this spring in completing our landscaping and rock work around the rest of our home.
Outdoor Concepts
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Reviewed in March 2013
This was our third experience with Brian. Brian brought his knowledge to each of our jobs. When we first moved to Wisconsin, we bought a home in a new subdivision. The yard was stone and clay. Brian came highly recommended to us by a neighbor. He transformed that yard from muck to truly one...
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