Craig Townsend’s first train set had a 4’ x 8’ plywood platform that folded down from his bedroom wall. The set was a gift for his seventh birthday, and it ignited his passion for all things trains.
Just over 30 years later, Craig is working on a dream project: building a prototype large-scale model in his own backyard. Craig talked to Washington Rock about his journey to this point and how Armorstone is playing a small supporting role in his setup.
…ContinuedThe Ofuro Spa rises up behind a thicket of alders growing alongside a pond. Inspired by Japanese bathhouses, the spa’s architecture blends Pacific Northwest modernism with traditional bathhouse elements like a hot pool, a cold plunge pool, and a sauna clad in hinoki cypress wood.
The spa received the last part of its glow-up this year when Coastline Concrete Coatings, led by Pararescueman Josiah Stromstad, coated the walking surfaces with epoxy and Washington Rock’s Armorstone product.
Learn more about this unique woodland escape and Josiah’s story in our latest article.
…ContinuedAlmost 900 feet above the Colorado River, the views from the Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge are spectacular. Tourists have a panoramic view of the Hoover Dam and the blue-green waters of the river, which travel from the top of the dam to the bottom. This technological marvel is surrounded by red rock canyons, providing a stark contrast between industry and nature.
…ContinuedDriving east on the H-1 Freeway under the Kaahumanu Street overpass, a 1,300-foot stretch of dark brown lanes come into view.
…ContinuedHow do you make roads safer? Add Armorstone anti-skid rock.
…ContinuedProducing, selling, and distributing overlay aggregate requires coordination on a high level.
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St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands has it. Utah, New Mexico, and South Dakota have all used it. What is it? Washington Rock’s Armorstone.
In May, Greg and I attended the Western Bridge Preservation Partnership Meeting in Salt Lake City.
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