Contractors can improve the results of their industrial projects by learning more about the types of concrete fasteners that are available. It is important to select a fastener based on the specific ...

Two mistakes you really want to avoid are busting off a chunk of a concrete stair step and cracking the corner of a patio ...

Dear Gary: A concrete surround can be installed on any fireplace. Concrete is one of the best materials to use for a fireplace surround. It is very durable, attractive and nonflammable. The design ...

Q: I’m thinking of buying a dilapidated old frame house in the country. It has a stone foundation that seems to me to be too close to the ground. Are stone foundations adequate and strong? Is it ...

Within the realm of exterior home renovations, patios are perennially popular. If you’re looking for an affordable, relatively easy-to-install option, consider a concrete patio in particular. It may ...

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Vapor retarders are sheet materials used below slab-on-ground floors to limit the amount of moisture that migrates into and upward through concrete slabs. If unchecked, moisture can cause floor ...