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Stained concrete floors are resistant to water, impact damage, and heat, making them a good option for a busy household. According to Angi and HomeAdvisor, stained concrete floors cost about $11,000 ...

Q. Our home is 12 years old. Almost from the start the basement floor started getting black blotches which just got larger and larger. In the center it begins to get white and chalky. I have had ...

How can homeowners move from a small, one-bedroom apartment to a two-story 1,940-square-foot home and save 30 percent on their monthly electric and gas bills? Ed and Meg Faichtyger did just that by ...

These are used to extend durability by keeping out water, oils and chemicals as well as minimizing damage caused by UV ...

Concrete's strength and structural integrity come not only in its material properties, but also from how it's molded during construction. An architecture student has devised a clever way to build ...

Dear Jim: I am thinking of building one of those concrete/foam block houses for efficiency, security and strength. Since concrete feels so cold, is it really energy efficient and will I be limited on ...

While concrete flooring is known for being durable and easy to care for (especially in comparison with household surfaces like carpet, wood, and ceramic), it still requires some TLC in the form of ...

When redecorating, you may not put your garage at the top of the list. But this catchall room that houses everything from cars to crafting spaces has come to the forefront in many homes. “We’re fond ...