Do-It-Yourself Paver Patio and
Retaining Wall Guide

Explore creative and practical pool lighting ideas to enhance safety, ambiance, and nighttime enjoyment of your Unilock pool deck.

Explore the 8 most common paver installation mistakes, and learn how to avoid them to build your picture-perfect outdoor space.

Landscape trends fade, but your yard should stand the test of time. Discover outdated design trends to avoid in 2025, plus smart, stylish alternatives to keep your space fresh and functional.

Discover 8 inspiring backyard landscaping ideas that will elevate your outdoor space, from fire pits to retaining walls and more.

Explore the benefits, key design considerations, and Unilock pavers you can use to build your stylish outdoor stepping stone pathway.

Protect and preserve your pavers this summer with essential maintenance tips, from spill and stain removal to sealing, weed prevention, and more.

Get simple, practical tips for building your own paver planter box with Unilock pavers, perfect for adding charm to your front or backyard.

Clean and maintain your pavers before the cold weather sets in with these essential fall paver maintenance tips. Learn how to clean leaf stains, protect joints, and prevent paver shifting.

Learn how to care for your Unilock pavers with seasonal paver maintenance tips for spring cleaning, summer weed prevention, fall sealing, and winter protection.

Learn more about the three steps involved in creating a landscape drawing that accurately captures your design vision.

Find out how to keep your outdoor renovation project on track, and discover tips to help guide you through the steps, Unilock style.

Find a guide to paver base materials and installation. Learn how to install a patio paver base + explore durable concrete pavers at Unilock.

From size and design to materials and labor, we’ll explore the main factors that impact the cost of your paver patio project.

Turn your backyard fire pit into a cozy conversation area ready for s’mores and quality time with these fire pit seating ideas.

Turn your backyard into an outdoor oasis with these unique fire pit design and landscape ideas. Plus, explore our Unilock fire pits and fireplaces.

Here are 10 patio ideas that will inspire you to transform your outdoor space into something extraordinary, using Unilock patio pavers.

Find out how to build a raised concrete patio in 7 steps + explore heavy-duty Unilock pavers for your raised patio and retaining wall project.

In this step-by-step guide, you’ll find out how to build an interlocking concrete block retaining wall with heavy duty Unilock pavers.

Like any home improvement project, there are pros and cons to consider before you decide to apply a sealer to your finished Unilock paver project.

A guide to the ideal patio size for a fire pit. Plus, patio paver ideas + top-quality pavers and fire pits at Unilock.

How far should your chairs be from a fire pit? We’ll answer that question, share seating options, fire pit safety tips and more.

Learn how to install pavers on a slope with our step-by-step guide, from calculating the amount you need to expert tips & more!

One of the many reasons homeowners and installers choose Unilock is because of the Lifetime Guarantee. It’s our promise to our customers that Unilock is committed to the quality and strength of our paver products – and to your complete […]

Unilock products are known for their strength and durability. Our internal manufacturing standards far exceed those of industry organizations in Canada and United States. With proper installation and care, every single paver should last a lifetime.  

It may seem counter-intuitive to consider sealing natural stone, but remember that natural stone can be somewhat porous. When used in outdoor applications such as an eating area, an outdoor kitchen, or high traffic areas such as a walkway or a patio, natural stone becomes susceptible to staining and erosion.

Whether you’re undertaking a DIY outdoor project or working with a professional contractor to build the outdoor space of your dreams, you might hear terms that make you ask, “What does that mean?” Well, think of this as your hardscaping glossary!

Calculating what materials you need for your patio is actually quite easy, and Unilock has many resources like our Paver Calculator and Wall Calculator to help with this process. The part that takes more consideration is planning for what you really need in your outdoor space. At the end of the day, it boils down to how many people you typically entertain on your patio and how often.

Sealing your pavers offers a multitude of benefits, including protection against stains and maintaining vibrant colors for years to come.