Q. I need to replace a small section of sidewalk that's only 4-feet-by-4-feet. I've never worked with concrete before and wonder if I can actually do this. I see the bags of concrete at the hardware ...

Learning to pour concrete may save money and build your skills, but without proper equipment and attention to detail, the results can look far from professional. Concrete—generally a combination of ...

Q: I have a few outdoor projects that involve pouring small amounts of concrete. I looked into having a ready-mix truck do it, but the cost is prohibitive. I've seen bags of concrete in stores. Is it ...

Question: This summer I’ve got a few outdoor projects that involve pouring small amounts of concrete. I looked into having a ready-mix truck do it, but the cost is so expensive. I’ve seen the bags of ...

DEAR TIM: I’m going to do an ambitious concrete project this summer pouring a long sidewalk. My initial results are disappointing. The finish I’m getting on my concrete is rough, and too many stones ...

Q: I'm about to have a new concrete driveway installed as well as some sidewalks. I asked the bidding contractors how long I might expect the concrete to last. The range given was from 20 to 30 years.

Concrete contractors working a job too small for a ready mix truck have a short list of options to prep concrete. Top of the list is the tool and wheelbarrow. While tried and true, it’s the choice ...