Like judging a book by its cover, plenty of homeowners write off building materials based on a bad review or past experience. But materials have come a long way in the past couple of decades, and many ...

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I’m thinking of ripping up the carpet in my basement and wondering whether I should replace it with new carpet, or refinish the concrete floors and use area rugs. I recently stayed in the new “green” ...

Concrete is one of the most widely used and durable materials available in the construction industry, but it still has its limitations. Exposure to a harsh environments such as freeze-thaw cycles, ...

Q: I’ve got problems with some of the concrete on the outside of my home as well as in my garage. There are lots of places where the top finish and layer of the concrete has eroded away. I think it’s ...

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 ...

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