Concreting

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

Improve the look and safety of your garage floor by eliminating those unsightly oil stains. Here's what you need to...

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.

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.

The cause of 'spalling' or 'scaling' concrete is simple.

Pour a smooth, durable and crack-free concrete walkway.

Have you considered a heated driveway? Radiant heating slabs have been around for decades and have been growing in popularity...

Add safety and style with a custom outdoor stair railing.

Plumb the drain using a special leak-proof drain assembly

Keep your finished basement floor dry, even if the concrete gets wet.

Create a boardwalk in your back yard

Create a smooth surface for new tile

Use foam backer rod and keep the caulk bead thin.

Make a solid, durable base for floor tile.

Doing this will extend the life of your exterior stone.

A fresh, perfect surface for old concrete and a uniform look for new repairs.

Learn the pros and cons of stone, wood and concrete block retaining walls

Choose the floor that's perfect for your needs and budget

Here are three facts about concrete: It’s hard, it will eventually crack, and it’s expensive when installed by a professional.

The NuDECK coating makes my stairs pop! The paint will also protect my concrete from deterioration from Minnesota winters. A...

If you’ve always had trouble driving masonry nails into concrete to mount furring strips or boards, try this trick.

From a succulent wall to an attractive sofa, these are some seriously creative ways to use concrete blocks.

Does it seem like whenever you want to spend your day off outside, the weather foils your plans? Rain and...

How to cut, nail and install durable fiber siding, plus caulking and painting tips.