How to Choose the Right Retaining Wall Material
Learn the pros and cons of stone, wood and concrete block retaining walls
Garage Flooring Options
Choose the floor that's perfect for your needs and budget
Replace a Section of Sidewalk
Here are three facts about concrete: It’s hard, it will eventually crack, and it’s expensive when installed by a professional.
NuDeck by UGL: Concrete Application
The NuDECK coating makes my stairs pop! The paint will also protect my concrete from deterioration from Minnesota winters. A...
Masonry Nailing Trick
If you’ve always had trouble driving masonry nails into concrete to mount furring strips or boards, try this trick.
10 Surprising Things You Can Do with Concrete Blocks
From a succulent wall to an attractive sofa, these are some seriously creative ways to use concrete blocks.
How to Build a DIY Pavilion
Does it seem like whenever you want to spend your day off outside, the weather foils your plans? Rain and...
How to Install Fiber Cement Siding
How to cut, nail and install durable fiber siding, plus caulking and painting tips.
How to Pour a Perfect Concrete Slab
A concrete driveway makes a beautiful gateway to your home that can last for decades if it’s installed correctly. But...
How to Remove Rust from Concrete
This cheap and easy method for removing rust stains on concrete comes directly from an editor's hands-on, DIY experience.
28 Tips for Painting Almost Anything
You can transform just about anything with paint and a little imagination. Leather, concrete, appliances—you can paint them all! Here's...
Repair or Replace – Pouring Concrete Steps
Rebuild damaged edges and corners to make your concrete steps look like new or surface concrete steps if possible
How to Reset a Loose Brick
A simple repair can save a whole brick wall
Build a Circular Retaining Wall and Patio
Hilly, small or ho-hum yard? Modular pavers and blocks let you carve out a unique retreat darn near anywhere!
How to Handle Efflorescence on Brick Chimneys
Moisture moving through bricks causes white mineral deposits on the brick surface and in the case of a chimney, it...
Installing Wood Flooring Over Concrete
Install a wood base, then the finish flooring.
How to Clean Floors: Wood, Tile, Carpet and Everything Else
Most homes contain a variety of flooring types. Knowing how to best clean each surface can be a lot to...
Waterproofing Products Help Keep Basements Dry
A little inspection and finishing work will go a long way in keeping your basement dry.
Stone Inlay Concrete Bench
Quikrete's 5000 concrete mix is a great formula for building your own backyard bench.
Walking Path Upgrade
My old DIY was long overdue for an upgrade.
The 10 Best Concrete Paints That Seal the Deal
The best concrete paint will seal your basement floor, deck or garage against spills, leaks and wear-and-tear—and look darn good...
