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People frequently write me to ask how to add color to concrete. This question makes sense. Many people dislike concrete’s typical drab gray color. So they ask me about painting garage floors, steps, ...

Q: I have an older concrete porch that has never been painted. I will be painting it with patio latex paint. I plan on cleaning with TSP (trisodium phosphate) and then applying a concrete bonding ...

Q: When we added handrails to our front entry last summer, the contractor had to extend the bottom steps to meet code requirements for the rail supports. The new concrete isn’t the same color, so I ...

The concrete must be allowed time to dry thoroughly. Marzock said weather plays a part in how long the concrete will take to dry, and it is important to not rush it. "You don't want moisture trapped ...

You selected a patch of the backyard that would be perfect as an outdoor living pad. But before you roll out the barbecue and lounge chairs, plot out how you’ll walk from your home to your newfound ...

When it comes to upgrading the curb appeal or functionality of your outdoor space, few materials make as strong a visual and structural impact as paving stones. Whether you're designing a new patio, ...