In legend the philosopher’s stone was an alchemical substance that turned base metals into gold. Wars were fought, and tomes were written in the search for that legendary substance. The building ...

Unfortunately, most concrete has a tendency to crack, usually as a result of improper design or poor construction practices. As an overlay installer, you have no control over these factors. You are ...

Slab-style concrete countertops are customizable in terms of length, width, shape, and layout. You can add decorative edge detailing or convenient features such as a built-in drain board or an ...

Replacing countertops can mean tearing out half the kitchen. Instead of a full remodel, I used a concrete overlay system to transform the existing surfaces. It’s a messy, precise process that leaves ...

There are only two solutions for bad concrete. You can tear it out and start over, or you can cover it. Of those two, the most practical and cost-effective is the latter. Today, many contractors are ...

Last week I mentioned concrete countertops as an emerging trend because of the versatility this medium provides when designing a kitchen or bathroom. As someone who wants new countertops, I decided to ...

When a person thinks of concrete, they see a dull-looking garage floor, basement floor, foundation, driveway, sidewalk, or patio area. All concrete looks great when it’s originally installed. However, ...

Q. I’ve got problems with some of the concrete on the outside of my home as well as in my garage. There are lots of places where the top finish and layer of the concrete has eroded away. I think it’s ...