by Valley Redwood | Stone Veneer
Coronado Stone Products® offers a variety of manufactured stone veneer, thin brick, tile and precast products. Architectural stone veneer can be used to greatly enhance the look and feel of a project. Our products are hand crafted from natural stone in a process that makes the two hard to discern. We have been creating simulated stone siding that captures the natural elegance and beauty of genuine stone for over 60 years. Coronado offers the widest selection of profiles and colors in the industry. With eight manufacturing facilities throughout the US, short lead times and competitive pricing, Coronado is the preferred supplier of masonry products for any commercial or residential project.
Valley Redwood is proud to offer a wide selection of Coronado Stone products to choose from. Make the short trip to our store and see for yourself. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Valley Redwood
Quality Products and Services since 1982
by Valley Redwood | heatstroke
The warmer season is near. This is the time of year that homeowners take advantage of the dry, warm weather to complete the outdoor projects they planned for during the rainy and cold season. Landscape projects, repairing or perhaps building a new deck or fence, or simply refinishing your outdoor redwood structures with stain and sealer are all great things to get “checked off” your list this summer. With the heat during the next few months precautions should be taken to avoid overheating. It is easy to get wrapped up in a project and forget to take a break, eat, or drink anything.
Here are a few early signs of heat stroke:
- High body temperature. A core body temperature of 104 F (40 C) or higher, obtained with a rectal thermometer, is the main sign of heatstroke.
- Altered mental state or behavior. Confusion, agitation, slurred speech, irritability, delirium, seizures and coma can all result from heatstroke.
- Alteration in sweating. In heatstroke brought on by hot weather, your skin will feel hot and dry to the touch. However, in heatstroke brought on by strenuous exercise, your skin may feel dry or slightly moist.
- Nausea and vomiting. You may feel sick to your stomach or vomit.
- Flushed skin. Your skin may turn red as your body temperature increases.
- Rapid breathing. Your breathing may become rapid and shallow.
- Racing heart rate. Your pulse may significantly increase because heat stress places a tremendous burden on your heart to help cool your body.
- Headache. Your head may throb.
Some of the measures you can take to avoid heat stroke are:
- Wear loose fitting, lightweight clothing. Wearing excess clothing or clothing that fits tightly won’t allow your body to cool properly.
- Protect against sunburn. Sunburn affects your body’s ability to cool itself, so protect yourself outdoors with a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses and use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15. Apply sunscreen generously, and reapply every two hours — or more often if you’re swimming or sweating.
- Drink plenty of fluids. Staying hydrated will help your body sweat and maintain a normal body temperature.
- Take extra precautions with certain medications. Be on the lookout for heat-related problems if you take medications that can affect your body’s ability to stay hydrated and dissipate heat.
- Take it easy during the hottest parts of the day. If you can’t avoid strenuous activity in hot weather, drink fluids and rest frequently in a cool spot. Try to schedule exercise or physical labor for cooler parts of the day, such as early morning or evening.
- Get acclimated. Limit time spent working or exercising in heat until you’re conditioned to it. People who are not used to hot weather are especially susceptible to heat-related illness. It can take several weeks for your body to adjust to hot weather.
- Be cautious if you’re at increased risk. If you take medications or have a condition that increases your risk of heat-related problems, avoid the heat and act quickly if you notice symptoms of overheating. If you participate in a strenuous sporting event or activity in hot weather, make sure there are medical services available in case of a heat emergency.
Everyone at Valley Redwood wants you to have a productive summer while remaining healthy. We are ready to help you with all your landscaping, fencing, and decking projects with the best products and service provided by our knowledgeable and friendly staff. Give us a call if you have any questions or make the short drive to see all we have to offer. Stay cool this summer and we hope to see you soon.
Valley Redwood
Quality Products and Services since 1982
by Valley Redwood | Redwood
Decks, stairs, fences, and railings are the common construction projects you might expect with redwood. We have some ideas that go beyond common into inspirational.
Since redwood offers natural resistance to insects and decay, building a pergola out of redwood offers a striking shade structure over your patio. Grow honeysuckle, grapes, wisteria, or fragrant jasmine to cover your redwood pergola. If you like Kiwi, plant one male and a couple female plants at the corners; the shade and fruit will be amazing.
Arbors and gazebos are a beautiful addition in redwood. Outdoor furniture, a suspended bench swing, a garden trellis, or a privacy screen.
Kids will enjoy their redwood swing set and play structure while you enjoy the natural beauty of redwood in your backyard.
A shaded hammock, planter boxes or flower boxes, benches, chairs and more. Redwood’s natural beauty enhances any landscape in any form
At Valley Redwood we specialize in redwood supplies and expertise. We are here to help you with all your landscaping projects.
Get inspired, then get some redwood…at Valley Redwood. Your Sacramento source for redwood and landscaping products. Contact us and get your project started.
“Happy Spring from everyone at Valley Redwood”
Valley Redwood
Quality Products and Services since 1982
by Valley Redwood | spring projects
After months of well needed rain, spring and sunshine has finally arrived. No better time to tackle some those outdoor projects. The high temps are a few months out, so get a jump on summer.
Now is the perfect time to upgrade your backyard landscaping with beautiful decorative rock, maybe some nice walkway pavers, or even rebuild those old wooden garden walls with long lasting retaining wall blocks.
Perhaps you have lots of old and failing wooden fencing and gates that you have been meaning to replace for years… Make it happen this spring. Valley Redwood has all the materials, staff, and knowledge to help make your springtime projects come to life.
Possible projects could include:
- New outdoor gazebo or patio
- Fence and gate replacement
- Walkway upgrades
- Retaining garden retaining wall
- Replacing ground cover
We have one of the largest selections of fencing, landscape materials, and decorative stone in the Sacramento area. So, take advantage of the great weather, and make the short drive to our conveniently located store and see the possibilities. When you are here, don’t forget to check out our wide variety of tools, hardware, and stains/sealers. We look forward to seeing you soon.
“Happy Spring from everyone at Valley Redwood”
Valley Redwood
Quality Products and Services since 1982
by Valley Redwood | Redwood Stain
Now that you have spent time, energy, and money on your new redwood deck , the next step to consider is maintenance. Proper care and maintenance can extend the life of your deck and help keep its natural beauty. Several factors can contribute to the wood looking dull, grey, and weathered. Years of sun, rain, and extreme temperatures can make your deck look older than it is. Simple measures can alleviate the affects of these factors.
The first thing you should consider is a proper stain/sealer when the deck is new. This will give the deck the best start it can have and will make the maintenance in the future even easier. There are many sealer and stains available, so make sure you select one that is formulated for redwood. Many tints are available depending on personnel choice and the desired look. Because it is an open-celled structure and it contains little or no pitch or resins, redwood accepts and holds a variety of finishes from clear stain to solid color paints. To achieve a lasting redwood color, use a water-repellent, oil-based deck stain.
When it comes time to clean your deck, a few simple steps should be taken to assure long lasting beauty. Depending on how long it has been since your deck was cleaned, you may have to apply a cleaner, scrub with a stiff brush, and rinse with water, or you can lightly clean with a pressure washer. If you are pressure washing, be cautious and use a wide fan spray and not a concentrated jet spray as this can carve grooves in your deck. Consider lightly sanding the railings before sealing to keep a nice smooth surface your hands will thank you for.
After you have thoroughly cleaned your redwood, make sure it is dry. Sometimes it might take a few days to completely dry. Once dry, you are ready for sealer. Sealers can be applied with a brush, roller, or spray. You will have better coverage with a brush or roller as some of the spray will simply get lost in the air.
Before you start your cleaning and sealing process, give us a call and we can recommend which method will be the best for your deck and we will help you choose the right stain or sealer. Done right, you will only have to do this every 2 or 3 years. Valley Redwood is happy to help you keep all your redwood decks, gazebos, and furniture looking great for many years.
Valley Redwood
Quality Products and Services since 1982
(916) 334-9500
by Valley Redwood | Landscape Design
Sometimes the hardest part of the project is finalizing the design. The size of the gazebo, the final shape of that patio you’ve always wanted. Or maybe is a garden you’re dreaming of with raised beds, sitting area, and walkways. Your outdoor project can take many forms, but most of the basic components are found at Valley Redwood.
Valley Redwood stocks a wide range of materials ready for pick-up or delivery, such as:
Maybe you have a basic idea on what you want, yet are still looking for that perfect solution.
We invite you to scroll through our Gallery Page. It is filled with real projects that are completed or in progress. These photos are from our customers who came to our store, got some design help and then picked up all the necessary materials to make their vision come to life.
We thank our loyal customers for these great pictures and hope you will send yours when you have completed that exciting outdoor project.
Visit our gallery, grab some inspiration, then make the short drive to our store see all we have to offer in design assistance and materials. Make your next outdoor project exactly what you envisioned. See you soon!
Valley Redwood
Quality Products and Services since 1982
(916) 334-9500
by Valley Redwood | spring projects
The rainy months are behind us and sunshine has finally arrived. The hotter months are ahead so get a jump on the summer heat to complete your outdoor projects..
Now is the perfect time to upgrade your backyard landscaping with beautiful decorative rock, maybe some nice walkway pavers, or even rebuild those old wooden garden walls with long lasting retaining wall blocks.
Perhaps you have lots of old and failing wooden fencing and gates that you have been meaning to replace for years… Make it happen this spring. Valley Redwood has all the materials, staff, and knowledge to help make your springtime projects come to life.
Possible projects could include:
- New outdoor gazebo or patio
- Fence and gate replacement
- Walkway upgrades
- Retaining garden retaining wall
- Replacing ground cover
We have one of the largest selections of fencing, landscape materials, and decorative stone in the Sacramento area. So, take advantage of the great weather, and make the short drive to our conveniently located store and see the possibilities. When you are here, don’t forget to check out our wide variety of tools, hardware, and stains/sealers. We look forward to seeing you soon.
“Happy Spring from everyone at Valley Redwood”
Valley Redwood
Quality Products and Services since 1982
(916) 334-9500
by Valley Redwood | Cal Expo Home and Garden Show
The staff at Valley Redwood would like to invite you to the 2020 Home & Landscape Expo at the Cal Expo Fairgrounds in Sacramento. This year’s event is being held on January 24th through the 26th. Come see all the latest in home improvement and landscaping services and products. This marks the 26th year of the event known as “The Big Show”. It is called that for good reason with over 1,000 exhibitors and nearly 35,000 attendees in 2019, this year’s show promises to be even larger.
Valley’s staff, along with manufacturer and industry representatives, will be on-hand to listen to your ideas and discuss your plans and projects while giving you a view of innovative as well as time-tested products. Valley Redwood’s displays provide a spacious, comfortable setting to contemplate what you’d like to do at your home or business.
Valley Redwood offers full lines of Redwood fencing, decking and shade structure materials, as well as pressure-treated wood, steel “Z” Posts and a wide complement of wall and retainer block, brick, interlocking pavers, natural and manufactured stone, and bulk aggregates and soils. Visit Valley Redwood’s showroom at the corner of Auburn Blvd & College Oak Drive in Sacramento, Monday thru Saturday, and be sure to take a look at the hardware, cleaners, sealers and other, unique products that can provide that finishing touch to your projects. Valley Redwood provides delivery service six days per week and freighting service to nearly anywhere.
Go to www.HomeandLandscapeExpo.com to purchase tickets and be sure to enter the code “Valley” to get your 2 for 1 discount
Remember, you’re invited to stop by by Valley Redwood’s exhibit in Cal Expo Building “B” to browse, discuss your ideas and projects, or just to sit and relax and get acquainted.
by Valley Redwood | Happy Holidays
by Valley Redwood | flagstone
We have just received a large shipment of Mt. Moriah 2″ patio flagstone. We are offering this beautiful stone at a reduced price of $300 per ton. This stone can be used for a variety of landscape projects including walkways, patios, and pool decking. This sale will run thru the month of December, so make plans to stop by will supplies last. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Valley Redwood
Quality Products and Services since 1982
(916) 334-9500
