concrete: Articles tagged with “concrete”

Cement board is a product that revolutionized the tiling industry. It's literally a board of concrete (usually in 4- x 5-foot sizes). It ranges anywhere from a half inch thick for walls to 1/4 inch thick for floors.

Q: I have a new house and my cellar floor has a dusting and grit problem. How can I make the builder solve this problem?

Q: I was told to always check references when looking at contractors to do home improvements. But I wonder if it's worth the trouble when I know the contractor is going to hand pick the references. Is reference checking effective?

Installing brick, stone or concrete requires precision and a great deal of preparation. Most masonry projects need ground leveling or site preparation in addition to strict attention to ensuring the masonry is installed level and evenly. When planning a masonry project, it is best to hire a professional.

Retaining walls are used for a variety of reasons. They can serve practical purposes like marking a property line or creating privacy; or they can be used purely for aesthetics. Materials used for retaining walls include brick, stone, wood, concrete and adobe. Keep your wall consistent with the style of your house or garden, including complementing materials. The goal should be to integrate your wall into your landscape.

This information can clarify and help answer some questions about installing a concrete foundation.

The following information can help answer some questions about excavating and grading.