For a patio build, stepping stones, or pathways, concrete tiles can be an affordable option—and some ambitious DIY enthusiasts even make indoor floor tiles themselves. Making your own concrete tiles ...

Staining concrete enhances visuals, hides flaws and imperfections, and adds warmth and character. Stamped overlays offer a quick, affordable, and high-end visual upgrade without major renovations.

According to the American Concrete Institute CT-18, fiber-reinforced concrete is a concrete mixture that is reinforced with dispersed, randomly orientated fibers. These fibers can be used in lieu of ...

I made DIY Concrete pavers for a concrete patio project I am working on. I created a modular system that lets me integrate plants into the design. I made MDF prototypes that I cut out using the Shaper ...

Tasked with transforming the interiors of a sleek modern home for a second time, designer Anna Trefely faced the challenge of re-envisioning familiar spaces with a fresh, softer perspective. The ...

The world gets a little greyer every year. According to a paper published in 2014 concrete—an aggregate material made by mixing cement, sand and gravel—is the second-most consumed substance in the ...

Having spent over 15 years writing about technology, Lawrence has turned his eye to remodeling, smart home services, maintenance and home repair projects. He now contributes DIY, informational and ...

Jianzhuang Xiao is a professor of recycled concrete materials and structures at Tongji University, Shanghai, China, and a vice-president at Guangxi University, Nanning, China. Zongjin Li is a ...