We look at the reasons concrete has a tendency to crack — and what you can do to help control it

Keep your home safe and comfortable in winter by choosing the right home features and systems

Travertine is a gorgeous paver for a pool surround

Have you cast concrete aside as being too dull or crack-prone? Learn about new design options along with the basics of using it outside

There's no end to what you — make that your contractor — can create using this strong and low-maintenance material

Clear the path for plantings or a more modern patio design by demolishing all or part of the concrete in your yard

Concrete adds smooth polish to driveways and a sleek look to home exteriors, but here are the points to ponder before you re-surface

You can use concrete pavers in a variety of shapes and colors for your patio, walkway, driveway and more

Get low-maintenance home flooring that creates high impact and works with home styles from traditional to modern

A construction standard, cast-in-place concrete can be used for a wide variety of project types