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Pouring concrete is a precise job, especially when working with a sloped driveway. Here's how to do it.
Painted concrete adds curb appeal.
Cutting pavers will add a professional finish.
Building a garage is a significant DIY feat, but adding brick to the outside isn't an insurmountable extra step.
J bolts are a very common and durable fastener.
Footings create a foundation for a concrete wall.
Set up a rock-solid base.
Cement doesn't always have to be gray and dull.
Save some cash by using cinder blocks instead of poured concrete, but don't compromise on strength. Reinforce your blocks instead.
Brick edging is versatile, durable, and easy to DIY.
If you find that your old concrete patio just isn't big enough, here's how you and create additional space!
Get an attractive set of steps in your hillside without the fuss of concrete.
Keep your patio or walkway looking clean by removing any weeds that spring up between the stones.
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
Building brick steps is not a simple project.
You have some free, household options.
