Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Use Salt on Concrete
You really need to avoid those ice melters! Here's why.
Concrete Sealer: Protect Your Driveway
The cause of 'spalling' or 'scaling' concrete is simple.
How to Pour a Concrete Sidewalk
Pour a smooth, durable and crack-free concrete walkway.
A Heated Driveway: Is It Actually Worth It?
Have you considered a heated driveway? Radiant heating slabs have been around for decades and have been growing in popularity...
How To Install an Outdoor Stair Railing on Concrete Steps
Add safety and style with a custom outdoor stair railing.
How to Install a Shower Drain in Concrete
Plumb the drain using a special leak-proof drain assembly.
How to Build a Wooden Walkway
Create a boardwalk in your back yard
How to Remove Tile From a Concrete Floor
Create a smooth surface for new tile
How to Caulk Concrete
Use foam backer rod and keep the caulk bead thin.
How to Install Cement Board on a Floor
Make a solid, durable base for floor tile.
2 Simple Steps to Protect Your Exterior Stonework
Doing this will extend the life of your exterior stone.
Resurfacing a Sidewalk is Easy to DIY
A fresh, perfect surface for old concrete and a uniform look for new repairs.
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 Post and Beam Pavilion
Does it seem like whenever you want to spend your day off outside, the weather foils your plans? Rain and...
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...
How To Repair Concrete Steps
Cutting away the damaged concrete and pouring a new concrete cap on the step can often repair badly broken concrete...
How to Reset a Loose Brick
A simple repair can save a whole brick wall.
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...