Plain concrete steps can feel dull, but a creative paint approach adds personality and polish, turning a basic entryway ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." After the winter season, you’ll notice that the concrete steps on your front porch or back patio have ...

Q: The concrete steps at my house are moldy and kind of green on the risers, except where I applied a concrete sealer. I did it badly, so you can see areas that look like drips. How can I safely clean ...

When you need to repair a sidewalk, create a space to store a trash can, or build a small storage shed, a few basic concrete skills come in handy. A small concrete slab doesn’t cost much to DIY, and ...

When you visit a home, what do you notice first? For some, it’s the decoration or color coordination. For others, it’s the landscaping. For me, it’s the defects. My eye is attracted to any and all ...

Every day, I receive quite a few emails via the Ask Tim page on askthebuilder.com. A common question, believe it or not, is how to add color to concrete. It makes sense. A lot of people dislike the ...

Before you even think about raising the walls of a new backyard shed, you need a solid foundation. Learn how to pour a ...

Thousand Steps Beach is open again, and almost all of its steep, concrete stairs are brand new. The 218-step staircase, shaded by a canopy of ivy, gets heavy use because of the breathtaking views and ...