Q: I plan to install a concrete patio during my vacation. It’s going to measure 14 feet by 30 feet. I’ve watched lots of online videos and paid attention to cable TV shows and now feel emboldened.

Dear Gary: A concrete surround can be installed on any fireplace. Concrete is one of the best materials to use for a fireplace surround. It is very durable, attractive and nonflammable. The design ...

Q: I want to install a waist-high railing between the exterior wall of my home and a column on my front porch. The railing has holes at the bottom so that it can be mounted into the concrete, but ...

In this DIY guide, you’ll learn how to install luxury vinyl plank flooring in a basement step by step. From preparing the concrete surface to laying planks and finishing edges, this tutorial covers ...

In this step-by-step guide, you’ll learn how to mount cabinets on a concrete or cinder block wall. From drilling and using masonry bits to choosing the right anchors, this tutorial covers everything ...

Dear James: We plan to add a half-bathroom, but our house is built on a slab. Is it possible to still add a bathroom there, because there is no drain to the sewer in that spot? -- Charlotte G. Dear ...

Homes built after 1950 or so are typically heated with either hot air blown through ducts or hot water pumped through baseboard heaters. Older homes often have cast-iron radiators, which produce heat ...