Dear Jerry: We had a colored, stamped concrete sidewalk installed a few years ago. The mason told us to seal it every year, which we did. This year the color and sealer are peeling off in pieces, ...

Recently, we heard about an attractive floor finish called “acid stain,” which is applied directly over a previously unfinished concrete slab. It’s said to be easy to care for. Acid stain is not paint ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Indoors and out, concrete lasts longer and performs better with some protection—which ...

If you’re ambitious and don’t mind risking a less-than-professional finish, pouring a concrete slab or backyard patio may be a viable do-it-yourself project. But after looking at the finished product ...

This video shows an easy DIY concrete staining project using Valspar Concrete Stain and a Wet Look Sealer to achieve a rich, professional finish. It covers surface preparation, application tips, and ...

Two thousand years ago throughout Central and South America, ancient Mayan engineers cooked limestone and created one of the first forms of hydraulic cement. That cement was the foundation of the ...

Dear James: I had painted a concrete patio before, but it peeled off over time. I want to decorate my new patio by my garden. How can I add a pale pink tint to the concrete surface? — Cindy R. Dear ...

Many outdoor spaces require regular TLC, and the odds are, if you’ve ended up reading this guide, you want to learn how to stain a concrete patio yourslef. Most hardscapes like driveways, walkways, ...