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Driveway on a Slope: Concrete Pouring Tips

Pouring concrete is a precise job, especially when working with a sloped driveway. Here's how to do it.

Painting a Concrete Walkway

Painted concrete adds curb appeal.

How to Cut into Concrete Paving Stones

Cutting pavers will add a professional finish.

Build A Brick Garage

Building a garage is a significant DIY feat, but adding brick to the outside isn't an insurmountable extra step.

When and How to Use J Bolts

J bolts are a very common and durable fastener.

How to Build Footings for Concrete Retaining Walls

Footings create a foundation for a concrete wall.

8 Options For Bolting To Concrete

Set up a rock-solid base.

How to Color Cement

Cement doesn't always have to be gray and dull.

How to Fill a Cinder Block with Concrete

Save some cash by using cinder blocks instead of poured concrete, but don't compromise on strength. Reinforce your blocks instead.

How to Install Brick Edging

Brick edging is versatile, durable, and easy to DIY.

How to Extend a Concrete Patio Slab

If you find that your old concrete patio just isn't big enough, here's how you and create additional space!

How to Build Paver Steps into a Hillside

Get an attractive set of steps in your hillside without the fuss of concrete.

How to Kill Weeds Between Patio Paving Stones

Keep your patio or walkway looking clean by removing any weeds that spring up between the stones.

How to Remove a Brick Path

In a worn out and damaged brick path, the uneven bricks can be dangerous to walk on and may lead to injuries. These unsettled bricks should be removed and new bricks reinstalled. The brick paths may be either mortared or just laid using the sand to fill the joints. If the brick path is mortared, you

How to Lay Out Brick Steps

Building brick steps is not a simple project.

How to Remove Moss from Concrete

You have some free, household options.