Everyone knows how concrete looks and that it lasts for years and years. What you may not have realized is that preparing a batch of the stuff is basically a "just add water" affair. Even if you've ...

Learning to pour concrete may save money and build your skills, but without proper equipment and attention to detail, the results can look far from professional. Concrete—generally a combination of ...

Need to mix a mountain of concrete fast? This hands-on guide shows five efficient ways to tackle dry concrete demonstrating ...

DEAR TIM: I’m going to do an ambitious concrete project this summer pouring a long sidewalk. My initial results are disappointing. The finish I’m getting on my concrete is rough, and too many stones ...

I know you've answered others about how to restore damaged concrete. That's not my issue. I must pour a new sidewalk, driveway and patio, and I want it to last. I don't want it to spall. I don't want ...

Concrete is the unsung hero of residential construction. From driveways and sidewalks to patios and, most importantly, ...

DEAR TIM: I need to replace a small section of sidewalk that’s only 4 feet by 4 feet. I’ve never worked with concrete before and wonder if I can actually do this. I see the bags of concrete at the ...

Concrete may be one of the toughest materials you can use in building, but often, it will eventually crack. Luckily, there's ...

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 ...