Concreting

A curved wall creates a unique bath area

Step-by-step instructions and pictures for how to install stone facing.

Learn how the pros make asphalt driveways that last

We generally associate concrete with infrastructure and buildings, however, there are numerous things you can make with concrete that don't...

Learn how to mix concrete so you get the right strength and consistency every time.

It's not a bad idea to keep some concrete form tubes around the shop for hardwood scraps.

Use plastic sheeting to control moisture in your crawlspace.

Cast this fountain in a weekend with a few bags of concrete and some hardware odds and ends

Use basic materials and clever techniques to create a water feature in one weekend.

Rescuing a sinking air conditioner pad before it goes under

A low-maintenance, durable stamped concrete patio is the perfect foundation for an outdoor living space where you can both relax...

If you have an uneven concrete slab, you could replace it or cover it with leveling compound. But consider grinding...

Here are five easy—and relatively inexpensive—ways to keep your concrete as strong as King Kong, according to Acid Magic.

Are you trying to decide if your next foundation is going to be block, poured or SIP’s? Don’t make that decision until you read...

It’s surprisingly easy to build—and portable, too.

Transform a dull concrete path into an elegant entrance to your home

Modular blocks let you build like a master mason—even on slopes

A clean garage floor is safer and looks better, too.

Make your chimney last for decades with a few hours of simple maintenance

Good finishing techniques will make a slab look great for a while, but proper ground prep will keep it looking...

I needed to make an outdoor table that would be reminiscent of stone (without the high cost) and have the...

Tips for making rock-solid stair posts

How to make long-lasting caulk joints and keep water out.

Ditch your plan of installing marble, granite, quartz or butcher block countertops so you can reimagine your kitchen featuring the...

Prevent frost-heave damage by pouring the concrete right.

Radon gas moves from the soil into a home directly through pores in concrete and gaps in walls and floors....

You really need to avoid those ice melters! Here's why.