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.
How To Build a Deck Over a Concrete Patio
The ultimate solution for a hopeless slab.
How to Install Pavers Over a Concrete Patio
Renew an old concrete patio with decorative brick or concrete pavers. No need to tear out an ugly slab—just hide...
How to Build a Brick Walkway in the Garden
Build this handsome backyard feature in one weekend.
Asphalt Repair and Crack Filling
Over time, every asphalt driveway develops cracks and pits. Here's how to fight back.
How to Estimate a Concrete Order
Calculate concrete prices and how many cubic yards of concrete you need for a walk, driveway or basement. How much...
Renew Your Concrete Patio: How to Stain Concrete
Staining your patio can transform it from a ho-hum gray monolith to a multi-hued conversation piece. Here, we show you...
How to Form and Pour a Concrete Slab
A pro shows you how to build strong concrete forms, place a solid slab and trowel a smooth finish
How to Install Cement Board for Tile Projects
The best base for ceramic tile is waterproof cement board.
How to Repair Mortar Joints
Restore crumbling mortar joints with a chisel, a grinder and a lot of patience
How to Seal an Asphalt Driveway
Seal your asphalt driveway correctly and it could last up to 30 years.
How to Replace Spalling Bricks
Freezing and thawing water in brick can cause flaking and spalling, which ruins the brick.
Patio Tiles: How to Build a Patio With Ceramic Tile
Make patio tiles stand up to Mother Nature with these installation and care tips.
How to Build Pathways: Brick and Stone Pathways
With a little imagination and a lot of muscle, you can build this walk in a three-day weekend
How To Build a Fire Pit with Landscaping Stones
Build this backyard fire pit with retaining wall blocks.
DIY Concrete Crack Repair
You can fix many concrete cracks yourself
How to Fix Sidewalks That Are Chipped and Pitted
Roll down your sleeves and put on a dust mask. Making a durable patch is a dusty, grimy affair.
Concrete Demolition Tools and Tips
Tips for a fast breakup—even if you're not a body builder
How to Install Stone Facing
Step-by-step instructions and pictures for how to install stone facing.
How to Install a Durable Asphalt Driveway
Learn how the pros make asphalt driveways that last
10 Ways You Didn’t Know You Could Use Concrete
We generally associate concrete with infrastructure and buildings, however, there are numerous things you can make with concrete that don't...
How to Properly Mix Concrete
Learn how to mix concrete so you get the right strength and consistency every time.
How to Install a Vapor Barrier in a Crawlspace
Use plastic sheeting to control moisture in your crawlspace.
How to Cast Concrete Fountains
Use basic materials and clever techniques to create a water feature in one weekend.
How to Fix a Sinking Air Conditioner Concrete Pad
Rescuing a sinking air conditioner pad before it goes under
12 Stamped Concrete Patio Ideas We Love
Here are 12 of our favorite stamped concrete patio designs to inspire you.