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Rotary Drill vs. Hammer Drill: What’s the Difference?
Learn about these drills and don't let a little concrete get in your way
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How to Pour Footings for a Solid, Frost-Proof Deck
Prevent frost-heave damage by pouring the concrete right.
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How To Build a Brick Pizza Oven
Make artisan pizzas and more right in your backyard.
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Driveway Replacement Cost: How Much Is It?
A driveway replacement usually increases home value, but you have to put out money to get that return. Here, we...
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10 Tips to Build a Better Concrete Sidewalk
Build strong, crack-free concrete sidewalks and slabs with advice from the pros for forming edges, leveling, smoothing, curing and other...
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How To Build A Stone Inlay Concrete Bench
Quikrete's 5000 concrete mix is a great formula for building your own backyard bench.
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15 Concrete Countertops We Think Are Really Cool
Ditch your plan of installing marble, granite, quartz or butcher block countertops so you can reimagine your kitchen featuring the...
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15 Perfect Patio Designs
From entertaining spaces to cooking stations to areas designed for lounging, patios can add value and comfort to your home....
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How to Build Cement Steps
Learn how to build concrete steps that look fantastic and will last 100 years.
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Tips for Concrete Fasteners and Masonry Screws
No matter which trade you're in, eventually you're going to tackle a project that requires fastening to bricks, blocks or...
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51 DIY Demolition Tips You Need to Know
Tearing out a wall or taking a jackhammer to concrete can be great for stress relief, and doing this labor-intensive...
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This Spray Foam Will Fix Any of Your Concrete Problems
Renovations for concrete can cost what feels like a mini fortune. But this foam material can fix those concrete problems...
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How to Build a Concrete Retaining Wall
Get your weekend workout and an attractive, hard-working wall with this DIY-friendly project
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How To Fix a Pitted Concrete Floor in Your Garage
Special concrete resurfacers will make a concrete floor look like new
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How to Remove Paint from Concrete and Other Stains
Remove oil and grease stains from concrete using TSP and other cleaners.
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The Science Behind Concrete and Why it Matters for Pros
Ever wonder what concrete is really made of? Read this and find out.
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12 Most Common Mistakes When Pouring Concrete
If you avoid these common mistakes, the concrete will look great and last for decades.
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Pouring Concrete Patio: A First Timer’s Guide
Poured concrete makes a terrific backyard patio and it's easier to succeed than you might think. Here's how to get...
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How to Build a Brick Fire Pit
Enjoy a crackling wood fire in your own backyard by learning how to build a DIY fire pit.
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How to Build and Pour Your Own Concrete Patio
High style on a low budget.
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8 Best Mold and Mildew Removers of 2024
Mold and mildew can grow almost anywhere, from fabric to concrete. These are the best mold-eliminating products for almost every...
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The Best Right Angle Drill Attachments
Whether you need to drill a hole in the wall, insert a screw into your project or stir concrete in...
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Epoxy Garage Flooring Tips
An accurate slab moisture test is the key to a long-lasting floor
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How To Fix a Sinking Driveway
Repair the apron in front of your garage door.
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How To Pour a Perfect Concrete Apron
We followed a concrete crew for the day in order to find out the process behind their black concrete aprons....
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Take a Look: Concrete Countertops Pros and Cons
Considering concrete countertops? Find out if they're the right choice for your kitchen with these concrete countertops pros and cons.
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How to Finish Concrete
Techniques for making a smooth, durable finish on a concrete surface.
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8 Tips for Drilling Concrete and Installing Fasteners
Anchor objects to concrete quickly and securely.
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How to Install Concrete Flower Bed Edging
Edging lends a crisp, clean, finished look to a flower bed. It also keeps the lawn from migrating into the...
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How to Pour a Concrete Slab Successfully: 31 Tips
Building a shed this spring? Before you can even think about raising the walls, it’s imperative to have a solid...
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How To Build a Deck Over a Concrete Patio
The ultimate solution for a hopeless slab.