Q:I just purchased a lovely 1927 home in the East Oakland hills. The previous owner didn't want to have anything to do with anything green outside, so she had two concrete patios built in the backyard ...

These are used to extend durability by keeping out water, oils and chemicals as well as minimizing damage caused by UV ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Whether improving your backyard or garden, a cobblestone path is one way to update and add serious value to your home. But instead of buying ...

One of the most contemporary and versatile materials we know, concrete is very much in the home decorating spotlight these days. You will be amazed at the wide variety of concrete applications. It can ...

Guide to Concrete (Creative Publishing International, 2008) takes readers through some of the most popular home concrete and masonry projects. Endorsed by Quikrete, this book includes tips and expert ...

Before you pitch the pieces of an old concrete patio into landfill, consider giving them a second wind. Broken concrete blocks set in concrete can make a cobblestone-like garden path that adds ...

THE SPACE: A Metairie backyard transformed from an empty expanse of concrete into a patio and deck filled with colorful flowers and potted trees THE OWNER: Cathy Middleberg, a personal trainer, who ...

Tons of concrete are being upcycled to form a Crevice Garden at Kennesaw’s Smith-Gilbert Gardens that will open on Dec. 8. The Crevice Garden has been funded with grants from the Stanley Smith ...