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 foundation. Learn how to pour a concrete slab successfully here.
Masonry: How to Repair Mortar Joints
A beginner's guide to tuckpointing, or replacing mortar joints
Build a Flagstone and Stone Block Patio
Construct a poured concrete and stone patio with a curved stone wall.
How to Repair Mortar Joints
Restore crumbling mortar joints with a chisel, a grinder and a lot of patience
How to Replace Spalling Bricks
Freezing and thawing water in brick can cause flaking and spalling, which ruins the brick.
How to Cut Concrete
Concrete cutting tips for the tough jobs. Try a concrete saw
How to Install a Vapor Barrier in a Crawlspace
Use plastic sheeting to control moisture in your crawlspace.
How to Build a Stone Path and Steps
Modular blocks let you build like a master mason—even on slopes
Radon Gas Remediation: The Best Radon Mitigation Systems
Radon gas moves from the soil into a home directly through pores in concrete and gaps in walls and floors....
How to Use Powder Actuated Tools
Powder actuated tools (PAT) are a powerful way to attach wood to concrete and concrete block. Here's how to use...
How to Choose the Right Retaining Wall Material
Learn the pros and cons of stone, wood and concrete block retaining walls
How to Install Fiber Cement Siding
How to cut, nail and install durable fiber siding, plus caulking and painting tips.
Drills: When to Use a Rotary Drill
Sometimes bigger is better
How to Choose Modular Concrete Block
Sorting out the options
Waterproofing Products Help Keep Basements Dry
A little inspection and finishing work will go a long way in keeping your basement dry.