A cobblestone walkway is a durable and attractive alternative to concrete or sand paths. Cobblestone adds charm to a yard or garden and may increase the resale value of your home. Cobblestone walkways can be straight or winding, and you can use a mixture of stone sizes and colors to create ...
Homeowners wanting to drastically change the look of a basement or garage while simultaneously adding extra comfort can choose to lay carpet over concrete flooring. A thick layer of padding underneath the carpet helps ease stress on feet even more. However, the hardness of the material and the u...
3. Lay the cloth and the bricks on the table Place the protection cloth on the table to protect the table against the concrete. The cloth also prevents the concrete from leaking onto the brick surface. Then place the bricks manually on top of the cloth, according to the plastic raster. ...
A third has come from local governments: The District and Arlington have done impressive work in adding bike lanes that aren’t just painted white lines but cycle tracks split from car traffic by concrete dividers. Then I bought a bike helmet that I can easily grab for most trips: a Closca...
In general, hard landscaping tends to be the star of modern backyard designs, and the range of materials suitable for such spaces is more extensive – mirror, metal, concrete and painted walls, to name a few. But there are no rules to say that you could not consider using these in the...
A content marketing strategy begins with your business goals and product. Content produced without a concrete direction can dilute your brand identity within 12 months or drive less-than-relevant traffic that doesn’t convert. While launching your content marketing strategy might be a ways away, you...
Crawl spaces are areas under a house that are used for storage or to allow access to the pipes that run under the house. Most crawl spaces are unfinished, with just dirt or concrete on the ground, and they can grow humid or flood at times. To combat the humidity in a crawl space, ...
Aim to make all the team members feel special about their first day as a new unit, taking everyone out for lunch or enjoying a company provided meal together over Zoom. Lay out the vision for the team’s role in your company. Take time to reiterate how your new team will play an impo...
Lay bricks or concrete pavers on their sides to create stable edging for your patio. If using wood for edging, choose pressure-treated or decay-resistant options for maximum longevity. Crushed rock or stone is a form of gravel often used for walkways and landscape borders, but it can make ...
Homeowners wanting to drastically change the look of a basement or garage while simultaneously adding extra comfort can choose to lay carpet over concrete flooring. A thick layer of padding underneath the carpet helps ease stress on feet even more. However, the hardness of the material and the ...