Concrete is tough, reliable, and always there doing its job. But the thing is, just like your car or your roof, it needs a little care if you want it to stay strong and look good for years. From ...

While salt is one of the most effective ways to melt ice, it’s not always a good option for concrete walks and driveways.

General maintenance of pathways, especially during winter, can protect your landscape from potential issues. Old leaves and ...

A homemade walkway made from do it yourself concrete stones adds a nice touch to this yard. Neil Sperry Special to the Star-Telegram I’m thinking back 35 years ago. The Sperry family was touring ...

Mark replaces a concrete walkway with brick; Kevin builds a table with Jimmy DiResta. Mark replaces a concrete walkway with brick pavers; Richard explains how gas piping is installed in a home; Kevin ...

Many outdoor spaces require regular TLC, and the odds are, if you’ve ended up reading this guide, you want to learn how to stain a concrete patio yourslef. Most hardscapes like driveways, walkways, ...

“For sites with pets, landscaping, or sensitive environments, we usually recommend stepping up from straight rock salt to premium ice melts like Pro-2000s and using them sparingly,” he said.

As all contractors know, there are three indisputable facts about concrete: it’s gray, it gets hard and unfortunately, it will deteriorate over time. There are a variety of culprits including ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...