Paving stones are a great way to spruce up your home's outdoor areas. Here's how to use them. Laura Leavitt is a personal finance and wellness writer for CNET. Her work has been published at ...

While many people are familiar with the general concepts of concrete installation, what it takes to prepare for a concrete job, the right way, is more of an unknown. Understanding the initial steps ...

A new type of staircase has made its appearance on the home improvement scene lately -- precast concrete steps. These factory-molded stairs have a lot to offer in terms of ease of installation, ...

Q: The corner of one of the concrete steps leading to the front entrance of my building has broken off. It’s the top step of four. Is it possible to repair it without replacing the whole staircase? A: ...

The front steps on a home take a beating from both weather and foot traffic, but this classic material can handle both causes ...

Concrete stairs leading into a brick building - Iryna Tolmachova/Getty Images Concrete steps come with plenty of benefits for homeowners. They're relatively easy to build and maintain, and they're ...

Recently, I returned home to Cincinnati, my hometown. I had a few extra days to wander around, which I spent taking photos of places that mean a lot to me. Among my stops was a visit to the church ...

Q: The concrete steps at my house are moldy and kind of green on the risers, except where I applied a concrete sealer. I did it badly, so you can see areas that look like drips. How can I safely clean ...