With just a few style updates, a concrete patio can quickly become your favorite spot to wind down. From adding potted plants to creating cut-out pathways, there are myriad ways to experiment with ...

When the weather warms up enough to entertain outside, there’s nothing more enjoyable than outdoor barbecuing and al fresco dining — especially with a do-it-yourself (DIY) backyard patio. With some ...

Basic concrete patios are just that: basic. This can be fantastic if you just need a place for your grill and a spot to enjoy the sun. But if you're looking for inexpensive ways to cover a concrete ...

Pour the concrete into the bucket around the PVC pipe. Continue holding the PVC pipe in the middle of the concrete-filled bucket until you can let go without any movement. Step 3: Construct the ...

Dreaming of cozy bonfires and starlit holiday parties? You might be tempted to pour a concrete patio in winter, but the ...

Presenting a decorative concrete seminar at a central Wisconsin home show in the spring of 2011 was the catalyst that brought together Judah Haas, president of Alchemy Concrete, Inc., Nelsonville, Wis ...

Every project poses its own challenges, and it is up to the contractor to find the best solution. In some situations, the problem must be solved before the initial project can begin. Such was the case ...

Many outdoor spaces require regular TLC, and the odds are, if you’ve ended up reading this guide, you want to learn how to stain a concrete patio yourslef. Most hardscapes like driveways, walkways, ...

Q: I'm planning a paver patio. Because of the harsh economy, I can't afford to hire a contractor. Will brick pavers make a durable patio, or should I choose concrete pavers? What's the difference?