Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...

With the inevitability of cracking and other unforeseen issues that can occur, concrete repair and restoration is an inevitable part of the job. There are critical elements in any repair job that need ...

It's easy to stand in your garage, perhaps marveling at your hot water recirculation system or the web of cables entering your electrical load center, and forget that the bit of concrete you're ...

Do not spend thousands hiring a contractor for your driveway or patio. Here is the ultimate checklist of equipment you need to fix cracks yourself.

Q: I got some quotes on minor concrete landscaping and fix-it jobs around my house. They are pretty high. They do not look too difficult to do. How do I get started working with concrete? A: Most ...

The Opera Lofts condominiums in Downtown Chicago's South Loop have undergone a huge transformation in recent years. Once a warehouse for the Lyric Opera of Chicago, the building has seen renovations ...

Answers to questions about painting a popcorn ceiling and repairing old concrete driveways. Q: Do you know of a way to paint over a popcorn ceiling? Bits of Styrofoam blown on, I think. They call that ...

The argument is that these slab ceilings absorb heat and do not easily get damaged like those made out of plywood, glass and wood Slab concrete is a preferred ceiling solution for many people ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...