Drilling Concrete and Installing Fasteners
Anchor objects to concrete quickly and securely.
How to Install Concrete Flower Bed Edging
Edging lends a crisp, clean, finished look to a flower bed. It also keeps the lawn from migrating into the...
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...
How to Build a Deck Over a Concrete Patio
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The ultimate solution for a hopeless slab
How to Move Large Rocks: Tips for Hauling Heavy Stones and Concrete Block
5 tips for saving your back
How to Build a Hammock Awning
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Rock-solid posts and overhead shading make this hammock the perfect...
How to Install Pavers Over a Concrete Patio
No need to tear out an ugly slab—just hide it!
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 Build a Table with a Concrete Top
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The look and durability of natural stone—the cost and...
Laminate Repair Tips: Reglue Loose Laminate
Fix loose laminate quickly and easily before it breaks off
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
Get a new look with stain in two days
Masonry: How to Repair Mortar Joints
A beginner's guide to tuckpointing, or replacing mortar joints
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 Choose and Use Concrete Fasteners, Masonry Screws
Modern solutions for fastening wood and metal to concrete
Modern Stone Installation Tips
Tips for installing veneer stone from a real pro
Build a Flagstone and Stone Block Patio
Construct a poured concrete and stone patio with a curved stone wall.
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 Fix Spalling Concrete
What is concrete spalling and how do you fix concrete spalling? Don't replace your driveway, patio or basement floor—just resurface...
How to Build a Fire Table
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A fire table is a beautiful addition to your outdoor...
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 Stone Fire Ring
Build this backyard fire pit with retaining wall blocks.
DIY Concrete Crack Repair
You can fix many concrete cracks yourself