Key Components of a GraniteCrete Installation: Moisture Content
February 27, 2026
This month marks the first installment in a three-part series highlighting the key components of
This month marks the first installment in a three-part series highlighting the key components of
This month marks the first installment in a three-part series highlighting the key components of a GraniteCrete installation. This month we will be looking at
As this year winds down and we turn our sights toward the next, we are grateful to everyone who chose to include us in their
The importance of taking steps to reduce global temperatures is at the forefront of many people’s minds. Sustainable building practices are one way the rise
This month marks the first installment in a three-part series highlighting the key components of a GraniteCrete installation. This month we will be looking at proper moisture content during the mixing and installation process. Adding Water to the Dry Decomposed Granite & GraniteCrete Admixture For installations up to 3,000 square feet, the water can be added and mixed into the decomposed granite and GraniteCrete admixture manually. We recommend using a hose with a shower head/spray
As this year winds down and we turn our sights toward the next, we are grateful to everyone who chose to include us in their projects this past year. We appreciate your support, and look forward to continuing to work with you in the future. Before we gear up for the new year, we’d like to take a moment to share a few highlights from 2024: We look forward to what 2025 has in store for GraniteCrete! GraniteCrete was given the opportunity to be part of two meaningful installations:
The importance of taking steps to reduce global temperatures is at the forefront of many people’s minds. Sustainable building practices are one way the rise in global temperatures can be combated, and the risk of harmful man-made situations—such as urban heat islands—can be reduced. What is an Urban Heat Island? An urban heat island occurs in cities when the natural landscape is replaced by pavement, buildings, and other surfaces that absorb and retain heat. As a result, the materials create a hotter environment than rural areas. Temperatures can range from one to three degrees hotter during the day, and from three to seven degrees hotter at night! This “heat island effect” leads to increased energy
Running alongside Carmel Beach, the Scenic Road Walkway attracts nearly thousands of visitors each year. The three-mile path offers pedestrians a chance to bask in the crisp ocean breeze while soaking in breathtaking views of the coastline. The ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Carmel Scenic Outlook on June 4, 2024. The Walkway’s History Despite its timeless appeal, the walkway is a relatively recent addition to Carmel’s landscape. It was designed by Hall Landscape Design and installed in late 2005 by Graniterock’s construction division. As a material that is both durable and aesthetically-pleasing, GraniteCrete was chosen to pave the walkway. Nearly twenty years later, the walkway’s transitions are still stable, and the Natural Gold color of the GraniteCrete continues