Concrete is a popular building material because it is inexpensive and durable. Plain gray exterior concrete — whether in poured-in-place, precast or block form — tends to be a little boring to look at ...

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

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Dutch Boy Paints has unveiled a full lineup of Concrete and Masonry Floor Coatings for construction projects. Available in three products that protect basement floors and exterior concrete pavers, ...

If your concrete patio is worn out, badly stained, and weather-beaten, don’t despair. There’s a simple, affordable way to restore patios to like-new condition, and it’s no more difficult than painting ...

The concrete must be allowed time to dry thoroughly. Marzock said weather plays a part in how long the concrete will take to dry, and it is important to not rush it. "You don't want moisture trapped ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

Lauren has six years of experience writing and editing home improvement content. She covered lifestyle, DIY, design and cleaning at The Spruce for five years and contributed home improvement pieces to ...