Shaw Brick

What Shaw Brick does

Shaw Brick, founded in 1861 in Hantsport, Nova Scotia and now headquartered in Lantz, Nova Scotia, is a manufacturer and distributor of landscape, hardscape, and masonry products serving Atlantic Canada and Eastern Canada. The company is a brand and operating division of The Shaw Group Limited, a privately held Nova Scotia conglomerate that employs approximately 600 people and produces nearly 1,000 individual products. Shaw Brick's manufactured portfolio spans pavers (Nova 3000, Urbanne, OldStone/TerraStone/PortStone, EuroStone, Barrington Stone, FundyStone, Annapolis Slab), patio stones, patio and garden walls, retaining walls, fire pits and fire features, clay brick collections, concrete and stone masonry units, and accessories. In parallel, it distributes partner-brand products including Cultured Stone, Eldorado Stone, Permacon, Shouldice, Arriscraft, Porcea Stone, STONEarch, MAC Metal Architectural, Harmony by Duchesne, Favemanc, and Be.On Stone, and holds exclusive Atlantic Canadian distribution rights for Linzel Lighting landscape lighting. Products are manufactured to meet or exceed CSA A231.2 H1500 standards for concrete pavers and CSA/ASTM standards for clay brick, and Environmental Product Declarations are available to support LEED certification credits.

Shaw Brick operates a hybrid go-to-market model combining direct-to-consumer sales through five company-owned Shaw Retail Centres (Dartmouth, Sydney, Moncton, Fredericton, Saint John) with distribution through a network of over 300 independent dealers across Eastern Canada. The company serves two primary customer segments: homeowners undertaking landscaping, outdoor living, and exterior renovation projects (driveways, patios, walkways, gardens, pool decks, rooftop patios, fire features); and industry professionals including landscape contractors, architects, hardscape builders, and masonry specifiers who require LEED documentation, Safety Data Sheets, installation guides, and downloadable product specifications. Marketing channels include the shawbrick.ca website (with a dedicated Professionals section), Pinterest for visual inspiration, email/newsletter opt-ins, and in-person retail centre experiences.

Revenue is generated on a one-time transactional basis through unit-priced product sales quoted via Shaw Retail Centres or independent dealers; pricing is not publicly disclosed. Differentiators include 160+ years of brand heritage, transferable residential warranties of 25 years on landscape products and concrete masonry and 100 years on clay brick masonry, broad colour/texture/shape selection across product lines, exclusive Linzel Lighting distribution in Atlantic Canada, and LEED-compliant documentation. The company's competitive advantages are its strong regional brand recognition, its regional distribution footprint of five retail centres plus 300+ dealers, and its standards-compliant, warranty-backed product line within the Eastern Canadian hardscape market.

Name

Shaw Brick

Legal name

The Shaw Group Limited

Website

https://shawbrick.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1861

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Shaw Brick, founded in 1861 and headquartered in Lantz, Nova Scotia, manufactures and distributes landscape pavers, patio stones, retaining walls, clay brick, and concrete masonry products to homeowners and industry professionals across Atlantic and Eastern Canada through five owned retail centres and over 300 independent dealers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Materials — Landscape and Masonry Products

NAICS

Concrete Block and Brick Manufacturing (327331), Concrete Pipe, Brick, and Block Manufacturing (32733), Cut Stone and Stone Product Manufacturing (327991), Brick, Stone, and Related Construction Material Merchant Wholesalers (42332), Other Concrete Product Manufacturing (32739)

SIC

Structural Clay Products (3250), Concrete Products, Except Block & Brick (3272), Retail-Lumber & Other Building Materials Dealers (5211), Cut Stone & Stone Products (3281), Wholesale-Lumber, Plywood, Millwork & Wood Panels (5031)

akta.pro primary industry

Masonry & Hardscapes Retail (Brick, Block, Pavers, Stone) (CRAIAEAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Concrete, Cement & Aggregates Retail (Bagged Mix, Sand, Gravel) (CRAIAEAG), Stonework & Masonry (Stone Veneer, Brick, Block) (HSAIACAI), Calcium Silicate Bricks & Blocks (IMADABAD)

Keywords

• Concrete pavers
• Landscaping stone products
• Clay brick masonry
• Retaining wall systems
• Hardscape building materials

Headquarters

HQ city

Dartmouth

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Landscaping Products: Shaw Brick manufactures and sells landscaping products including pavers, patio stones, retaining walls, garden walls, fire pits, and outdoor accessories through owned retail centres and a network of independent dealers across Eastern Canada. Revenue is generated through product sales with unit-based pricing.
2. Cladding Products: Cladding products including clay brick, concrete and stone masonry, thin stone, and metal/ceramic panels sold through the same distribution network for use in building exterior facades and architectural applications.
3. Linzel Lighting Distribution: Shaw Brick is Atlantic Canada's exclusive distributor of Linzel Lighting landscape lighting solutions, offering high-quality landscape lighting throughout Eastern Canada.
4. Partner Brand Products: Shaw Brick distributes products from partner brands including Porcea Stone, STONEarch, Permacon (landscaping), Cultured Stone, Eldorado Stone, Be.On Stone (thin stone), MAC Metal, Harmony by Duchesne, Shouldice, and Arriscraft through their retail network.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Shaw Brick manufactures and distributes a broad range of landscape and masonry products including concrete and clay brick pavers, patio stones, retaining walls, patio and garden walls, fire pits and fire features, clay brick, concrete stone, thin stone, metal and ceramic cladding, and accessories such as landscape lighting, polymeric sand, and masonry essentials. The company sells its manufactured goods and partner-brand products through five owned retail centres in Atlantic Canada and a network of over 300 independent dealers across Eastern Canada, serving both homeowners undertaking DIY landscaping projects and industry professionals specifying materials for commercial and residential builds.

Product overview

Shaw Brick is a manufacturer and distributor of landscape and masonry products founded in 1861, headquartered in Lantz, Nova Scotia. The company operates as a broad portfolio of distinct product lines rather than a unified software platform. Its landscaping portfolio includes pavers (Nova 3000, Urbanne, OldStone/TerraStone/PortStone, EuroStone, Barrington Stone, FundyStone, Annapolis Slab), patio stones (Cabot Terrace, Beach Stone, Nova Slate, Old World, Utility Stone, Value Slab, GrassStone 80), patio and garden walls (Antique WedgeStone, Classic Weathered WallStone, Classic WedgeStone, LedgeWall, StackStone, Tumbled WallStone, Weathered WallStone), retaining walls (AB Ashlar Blend, AB Stones, K-Block Wall+Steps, SienaEdge, PisaEdge, AB Abbey Blend), and fire pits/fire features (Amesbury Fire Pit, Brooklyn Fireplace, Brooklyn Woodbox, Victoria Fire Pit, Nantucket Fire Pit, Windmill Fire Pit). The cladding portfolio comprises clay brick (Tweedtex, Smooth, Atlantic, Colonial, Highland, Maritime, Olde English, Tapestry), concrete and stone (Concrete & Marble Stoneface Brick, Contessa Stone, Duchess Stone, Fortress Stone, Linear Smooth, Split Ashlar), plus partner brand thin stone, metal, and ceramic cladding products. Accessories include outdoor lighting (Linzel Lighting as exclusive distributor), landscaping essentials (Decorative Stone, Dek-Block, Polymeric Sand), and masonry essentials (Concrete Masonry Units, Fire Block, Flue Liners, Masonry Sand). The company also distributes products through landscaping and masonry partner brands (Porcea Stone, STONEarch, Permacon, Cultured Stone, Eldorado Stone, Royale Stones, Be.On Stone, MAC Metal, Harmony by Duchesne, Favemanc, Shouldice, Arriscraft). Products are sold through five Shaw Retail Centres and over 300 independent dealers across Eastern Canada.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Nova 3000 Pavers Modern slate paving stones with natural, slate-like texture and rustic feel, available in assorted shapes and thicknesses for driveways, patios, and walkways.
• Urbanne Pavers Smooth, clean, modern paver with sleek contemporary design for patios, walkways, and outdoor living spaces.
• OldStone, TerraStone & PortStone Pavers Tumbled straight-edged interlocking pavers (OldStone 8x4, TerraStone 8x8, PortStone 12x8) for driveways, patios, walkways, and soldier course borders.
• EuroStone Pavers Tumbled paving stones with an old European aesthetic, offered in four sizes for clean linear patterns.
• Barrington Stone Pavers Sophisticated old-world interlocking paver with weathered finish in assorted and circle patterns.
• FundyStone Pavers Deep-textured false-joint paving stone with non-slip traction and dimensional tolerance meeting CSA A231.2 H1500.
• Annapolis Slab Large-format smooth slab for modern outdoor spaces with reduced installation time and cohesive appearance.
• Cabot Terrace Slabs Versatile patio slabs designed for rooftop terraces and outdoor patios, installable with or without a pedestal system.
• Beach Stone Patio Stones Patio stones replicating the rounded shapes of ocean-washed Atlantic coastline stones with smooth surfaces.
• Nova Slate Patio Stones Large 18x24 inch patio slabs with natural slate grain texture covering three square feet per slab.
• Old World Patio Stones 14x14 inch patio blocks with faux cobblestone imprint capturing European street charm.
• Utility Stone Patio Stones Diamond-pattern patio stones available in four sizes for patios, walkways, and outdoor settings.
• Value Slab Patio Stones Compact 12x12 inch patio block with natural slate texture and non-slip surface.
• GrassStone 80 Permeable Paver Environmentally-friendly permeable paver that facilitates grass growth while providing structural integrity for vehicular traffic.
• AB Ashlar Blend Retaining Wall Mixed-sized retaining wall block system from Allan Block with built-in interlock, setback, and hollow core for drainage.
• AB Stones Retaining Wall Versatile easy-to-install retaining wall blocks from Allan Block for light landscaped terraces to major structural walls.
• K-Block Wall + Steps Large six-square-foot retaining wall block with engineered landscape block technology reducing installation time and labour costs.
• SienaEdge Retaining Wall Complete segmental retaining wall system with modern linear aesthetic and innovative multifunction block design.
• PisaEdge Retaining Wall Innovative segmental retaining wall system with sleek modern aesthetic, supporting battered or vertical orientations.
• AB Abbey Blend Retaining Wall Old-world mixed-sized retaining wall block from Allan Block with split-face texture for random or pre-set patterns.
• Antique WedgeStone Garden Walls Weathered wedge-shaped garden wall stones with rounder edges for antique-look straight or gracefully curving walls and planters.
• Classic Weathered WallStone Patio wall stone with slate-like textured surface meeting SRW H1500 standards, used for benches, columns, grilling areas, and flowerbeds.
• Classic WedgeStone Garden Walls Wedge-shaped garden wall block with built-in locking system; textured on both sides for design innovation including curves.
• LedgeWall Garden Wall System Dry-stacked stone-look garden wall system with 4 inch blocks emulating three courses of irregularly stacked wall stone.
• StackStone Garden Walls Tapered self-aligning garden stone system with structural interlock for tight curves, edging, and window wells.
• Tumbled WallStone Garden Walls Multi-component rough-textured garden wall system with old-style aesthetic in stretcher and radius formats with coordinated cap.
• Weathered WallStone Patio Walls Patio wall stone with weathered texture and rugged edges for benches, decorative columns, grilling areas, flowerbeds, and fireplaces.
• Amesbury Fire Pit Kit Outdoor fire pit kit combining Weathered WallStone appeal with clean-cut lines, including steel fire pit insert and River Stone.
• Brooklyn Fireplace Outdoor fireplace made with Weathered WallStone, including fire-brick liner, mantle, chimney slabs, and cap for weather resistance.
• Brooklyn Woodbox Outdoor firewood storage box complementing the Brooklyn Fireplace; doubles as extra seating or table; complete kit for easy installation.
• Victoria Fire Pit Kit Low-profile 48 inch diameter fire pit kit with textured finish and included steel fire pit insert.
• Nantucket Fire Pit Kit Outdoor fire pit kit from Shaw Brick's fire pit collection.
• Windmill Fire Pit Kit Outdoor fire pit kit from Shaw Brick's fire pit collection.
• Tweedtex Clay Brick Mingled shades clay brick for exterior cladding and architectural applications.
• Smooth Clay Brick Flashed clay brick with smooth finish for exterior facades and architectural cladding.
• Atlantic Clay Brick Port Morien style clay brick from Shaw Brick's Atlantic collection for exterior cladding.
• Colonial Clay Brick Antique-style clay brick for residential and commercial exterior cladding applications.
• Highland Clay Brick Stirling style clay brick from Shaw Brick's Highland collection for exterior cladding.
• Maritime Clay Brick Acadian-style clay brick from Shaw Brick's Maritime collection for exterior cladding.
• Olde English Clay Brick Winchester-style clay brick from Shaw Brick's Olde English collection for exterior cladding.
• Tapestry Clay Brick Mingled clay brick from Shaw Brick's Tapestry collection for exterior cladding.
• Concrete & Marble Stoneface Brick Concrete and marble stoneface brick for masonry applications.
• Contessa Stone Architectural stone product from the Shaw Stone Masonry collection.
• Duchess Stone Architectural stone product from the Shaw Stone Masonry collection.
• Fortress Stone Large architectural concrete block replicating natural stone as a cost-effective building material.
• Linear Smooth Concrete Block Linear smooth concrete block for architectural masonry applications.
• Split Ashlar Architectural Masonry Architectural masonry product with split face ashlar pattern for exterior cladding.
• Linzel Lighting (Exclusive Atlantic Canadian Distribution) High-quality landscape lighting solutions distributed exclusively by Shaw Brick throughout Eastern Canada.
• Decorative Stone Decorative stone for landscaping projects and finishing touches.
• Dek-Block Companion block for deck and landscape installations.
• Polymeric Sand Polymeric joint sand for paver and patio stone installations providing stability and weed prevention.
• Concrete Masonry Units Standard concrete masonry units manufactured to meet or exceed CSA standards for construction applications.
• Fire Block Fire-rated masonry block for applications requiring fire resistance.
• Flue Liners Standard flue liners for masonry chimney and venting applications.
• Masonry Sand Masonry sand for mortar and cement applications in masonry construction.

Quantifiable outcome

• 25-year transferable warranty on landscape products (residential), 10-year commercial warranty
• +3 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Feature7 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Porcea StoneminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPorcea Stone offers a large selection of outdoor porcelain landscaping stone designed for durability with anti-slip and anti-frost features. Shaw Brick partners with Porcea Stone to deliver outdoor porcelain landscaping solutions across Eastern Canada.
• STONEarchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSTONEarch is a trusted name in the natural stone landscaping industry, known across North America for quality and innovation. Shaw Brick partners with STONEarch to deliver natural stone landscaping solutions across Eastern Canada.
• PermaconminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPermacon is a Canadian manufacturer of landscaping products offering innovative solutions for durable and stylish outdoor and architectural designs. Listed as both a Landscaping Partner and Masonry Partner.
• Cultured StoneminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCultured Stone veneers enhance spaces with beauty while prioritising today's building needs without compromising the future. Shaw Brick partners with Cultured Stone to deliver thin stone solutions across Eastern Canada.
• Eldorado StoneminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEldorado Stone, part of I-XL, creates artisan-crafted stone veneers that bring natural beauty and timeless elegance to any space. Shaw Brick partners with Eldorado Stone to deliver thin stone solutions across Eastern Canada.
• Royale StonesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRoyale Stones provides exceptional stone products that seamlessly blend durability and sophistication for every project. Shaw Brick partners with Royale Stones to deliver thin stone solutions across Eastern Canada.
• Be.On StoneminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBe.On Stone offers a high-quality, user-friendly panelized stone veneer system known for its lasting durability and natural look. Shaw Brick partners with Be.On Stone to deliver thin stone solutions across Eastern Canada.
• MAC Metal ArchitecturalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMAC Metal Architectural provides premium steel siding and roofing designed and manufactured in Quebec, featuring rich, unique colours that add style and sophistication to any project. Shaw Brick partners with MAC Metal to deliver metal cladding solutions across Eastern Canada.
• Harmony by DuchesneminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHarmony by Duchesne delivers versatile, high-quality siding that blends style and durability for any home. Shaw Brick partners with Harmony by Duchesne to deliver metal and ceramic cladding solutions across Eastern Canada.
• FavemancminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFavemanc ventilated ceramic façades combine modern design with sustainability and building performance. Shaw Brick partners with Favemanc to deliver ceramic cladding solutions across Eastern Canada.
• ShouldiceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCanadian-made Shouldice Stone delivers durable, eye-catching results perfect for dream homes or marquee projects, with masonry products built to last. Shaw Brick partners with Shouldice as a Masonry Partner.
• ArriscraftminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArriscraft stone products provide architects, builders, and homeowners the chance to create timeless, beautiful projects that add value without the typical costs of stone. Shaw Brick partners with Arriscraft as a Masonry Partner.
• Linzel LightingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorShaw Brick is Atlantic Canada's exclusive distributor of Linzel Lighting, offering high-quality landscape lighting solutions throughout Eastern Canada. Linzel provides high-quality landscape lighting solutions that elevate outdoor spaces with beauty and functionality.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Permacon: Canadian manufacturer of concrete pavers, retaining walls, and masonry products with a national footprint. Comparable to Shaw Brick as a direct competitor in landscaping and masonry, and notably already a partner brand distributed by Shaw Brick.
• Unilock: One of North America's largest manufacturers of concrete pavers and wall systems, serving both homeowners and landscape professionals through dealer networks. Directly comparable to Shaw Brick in product categories, customer segments, and dealer-led go-to-market.
• Techo-Bloc: Canadian designer and manufacturer of premium hardscape products including pavers, slabs, and retaining walls. Comparable to Shaw Brick as a peer in concrete masonry manufacturing and dealer-based distribution, with a strong premium positioning.
• Shouldice Stone: Canadian manufacturer of architectural stone and masonry products serving residential and commercial markets. Directly comparable to Shaw Brick in stone and masonry manufacturing, and also a current Shaw Brick partner brand.
• Arriscraft: Manufacturer of stone masonry products for architects, builders, and homeowners in North America. Comparable to Shaw Brick in architectural stone cladding, and also a current Shaw Brick partner brand distributed in Atlantic Canada.
• Cultured Stone: Manufacturer of manufactured stone veneer used for interior and exterior cladding. Comparable to Shaw Brick in stone veneer cladding, and distributed by Shaw Brick under a partnership arrangement in Eastern Canada.
• Eldorado Stone: Producer of architectural stone veneer products under I-XL Building Products. Comparable to Shaw Brick in manufactured stone cladding distribution, and a current Shaw Brick partner brand.
• Allan Block: Manufacturer of segmental retaining wall systems whose AB Ashlar Blend, AB Stones, and AB Abbey Blend products are sold by Shaw Brick. Comparable as a manufacturing peer in retaining wall systems with similar customer and channel dynamics.

Broad incumbents

• Belgard: National hardscapes brand backed by Oldcastle APG offering pavers, walls, and outdoor living products across North America. Comparable as a broad incumbent overlapping with Shaw Brick's landscaping portfolio, though it operates at a much larger geographic scale.

Regional players

• Best Way Stone: Canadian family-owned manufacturer of concrete stone products including pavers, slabs, and retaining walls, primarily serving Ontario markets. Comparable product line to Shaw Brick but operating in a different geographic territory.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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