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Rosetta Hardscapes outdoor living space products are known for their deeply textured, richly embellished exteriors. But the smart engineering and reliable materials employed to craft them make them market-leading.

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Craft Beautiful, Durable Wet Cast Hardscape Products

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Rosetta Hardscapes are fabricated using only architectural-grade, air-entrained wet cast concrete.

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Unlike decorative concrete, architectural-grade concrete serves a structural function while providing an attractive finish to a project.

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Air-entrained concrete is ideal for projects experiencing freeze-thaw cycles as its microscopic air cells relieve pressure on the concrete by providing tiny chambers for water to expand into when it freezes.

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Wet cast’s flowable form helps it enter every nook and cranny of the mold, activating Rosetta’s deep texture details.

A CONCRETE COMPARISON:

Wet Cast vs. Dry Cast Hardscape Material

Wet Cast

Cost

Entry into wet casting is generally less costly than dry cast as equipment costs can be controlled based on the preferred level of sophistication. Wet cast concrete is more flexible in its mixing and conveyance as compared to dry cast. More forms are necessary to increase production since extended curing time is required for wet cast.

Production

Wet cast concrete has properties that make a highly desirable product. Poured into a polyurethane mold, wet cast will create a product with higher definition texture and its liquid consistency allows for more vibrant colors and faster filling of forms.

Design

Giving project owners the look they want is typically more achievable with wet cast, which offers more versatile finishes and and colors due to its manufacturing process. Wet cast is far and away the best option for those who wish to emulate the appearance of natural stone.

Installation

The consistency of wet cast enables the inclusion of detailed engineered elements like block shear heels, spacing tabs, interlocking components, and chamfered edges.

Durability & Maintenance

Wet cast has a lower porosity which allows it to perform better in more abrasive environments like water applications.

Dry Cast

Cost

Because it’s not possible to pour dry-cast concrete from a truck, an on-site batch plant is a must for dry cast production, significantly increasing start-up costs. Fewer forms are needed for dry cast production since curing time is short and forms can be reused multiple times over the course of a day.

Production

Uses a very low water-to-cement ratio, resulting in a stiffer, semi-dry mixture. Loaded into rigid steel molds and pressed with very high hydraulic pressure applied by complex machinery. Lower water content allows for quicker demolding and curing times and faster production.

Design

Less water in the mix results in a rougher, less-detailed finish. Color consistency and vibrancy continue to lag behind wet cast, though the palette of dry cast colors available has expanded over the years.

Installation

Can include features that aid installation, but the high-compression production process makes it difficult to produce blocks with effective assistance elements.

Durability & Maintenance

The mix's water-to-cement ratio results in better cement particle packing, making dry cast stronger than wet cast under some conditions. Can be beneficial for large industrial or commercial projects when both reasonable strength AND high visual appeal aren't necessary.

Retaining, Garden & Seat Walls

Rosetta Hardscapes landscaping walls help define your outdoor living space and blend seamlessly with your home’s natural surroundings.

Grand Ledge

Large-scale, linear blocks create contemporary landscape walls.

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Belvedere

Weathered fieldstone character that looks like it's always been there.

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Claremont

Chiseled and edgy, it's a classic linear limestone block.

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Heartwood

A more efficient and durable alternative to wood.

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Kodah

Large dimensions and subtle character pair up for modern limestone appeal.

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Outcropping

Massive, large rock look creates an eye-catching presence.

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Dimensional

Hand-hewn stones stack for a traditional and timeless aesthetic.

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Patio Slabs & Driveway Pavers

Designed to be different, Rosetta’s paver and slab styles run from rustic to contemporary, and everything in between.

Grand Flagstone

Mimicking natural flagstone slabs, the irregular shapes blend beautifully in backyards.

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Old Mission

Classic permeable pavers suitable for driveway installations, but can also be used in patios.

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24x24 Flagstone

Extra large square tiles create a contemporary oasis.

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Dimensional Flagstone

Varied sizes and subtle textures produce a patterned patio.

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New Mission

Cobblestone pavers suitable for both patio and driveway installations.

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Superior Steppers

Natural garden stepping stones for prettier paths.

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Linear Flagstone

Long and lean for a proper patio with a modern slate appearance.

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Amaro

Add a pop of rich color to a driveway, walkway, or patio with this accent paver.

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Miros

Sleek and modern, and the largest square slabs on the market.

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Fire Features

A selection of styles, textures, and sizes ensures a Rosetta Fire feature will fit the vibe of any outdoor space.

Kodah Fire Pit Kit

Square and modern while also warm and welcoming.

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Dimensional Fire Pit Kit

A classic and classy upgrade to the backyard fire ring.

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Steps, Caps & Accessories

Details matter when creating a space people won’t want to leave. Rosetta steps, caps, and coping finish projects with style.

Irregular Steps

Large, natural stone steps create a grand entrance.

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Dimensional Steps

A chiseled edge mirrors the look of quarried stone steps.

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Column Caps

Multiple sizes appropriate for capping off any column

Bullnose Coping

The smooth edge is perfect for steps, caps, and pool applications.

Dimensional Coping

Chiseled top and edges complement any Rosetta wall.

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Belvedere Coping

Irregular shapes perfectly polish your rustic wall.

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FAQ


What are the biggest advantages of producing wet cast concrete pavers and wall blocks?

The wet cast process produces unique, high-definition textures that dry cast simply can't compare to. Dry cast pavers and wall blocks are produced through high-impact vibration and compaction. This manufacturing process, combined with the characteristics of dry concrete mix, severely limits the ability to create defined texture in dry cast products. Wet cast production also is more flexible for vibrant color mix designs that allow producers to better mimic the appearance of natural stone.

How do I make colored blocks?

The preferred method of coloring Rosetta Hardscapes products is adding integral color (liquid or powder) into the concrete batch prior to pouring the forms. If you do not have the means to color integrally you can use shake-on color to get the look you're seeking. Shake-on coloring is a manual process that requires skill to ensure consistent coverage. Also, keep in mind that the shake-on color can rub off onto hands and clothes.

What is the difference between wet cast and dry cast blocks and pavers?

The two most important differences between wet cast and dry cast relate to their respective production processes.

Wet cast concrete uses a higher water content for a more liquid mix that is poured into forms and molds, while dry cast has a lower water-to-cement ratio for a stiffer mix. Wet cast requires vibration to remove air bubbles and ensure a smooth surface. Dry cast relies on high-pressure compaction methods achieved with complex and often very expensive machinery.

Wet cast's mix and vibration process produces more decorative and intricate patterns and designs in blocks, slabs, and pavers, replicating the look of natural stone much more effectively than dry cast can.