Homeowners used to think of concrete as being strictly utilitarian stuff, resorted to only when a better-looking material would be either unsuitable or far too expensive. Today, many people appreciate ...

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Q:I replaced one-fourth of a concrete driveway when a new water line was installed. That section is white, the older sections gray. It looks awful. If I paint the concrete, I can imagine chipping and ...

Only a few days are needed for young boys to claim a part of a new home as their own. The basement became a hockey arena for this writer's young boys when the family moved into a new home in January ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Generally speaking, the more cement in the mix, the stronger the reaction you will get from chemical stains, producing more intense colors. Therefore, use straight cement mixes, such as a five- or six ...

Recently, we heard about an attractive floor finish called “acid stain,” which is applied directly over a previously unfinished concrete slab. It’s said to be easy to care for. Acid stain is not paint ...

Every house painting decision is tricky, and none is trickier than the question of whether to paint a concrete foundation or leave it a natural color. Most people avoid painting or staining a ...

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