Helpful hint:Although sealers will inhibit stains, it's still a good idea to remove spills, oil, grease, or other possibly damaging substances immediately. How Often do you Need to Seal Stamped Concrete Most contractors also apply several coats ofprotective sealerto block the penetration of dirt...
As cold weather descends on the nation’s K-12 schools, the nonprofit 501c3 PC4HS group offers tips for choosing greener ways to de-ice concrete walkways including newer installations. Preliminary steps involve the prevention of ice forming by removing snow before it compacts turning into ice, r...
Hardscaping— Concrete walkways and patios can be damaged from frost heaving in winter months. Frost heaving is the process of accumulated water freezing and “heaving” beneath a structure such as a concrete patio, building pressure from the underside of the patio. This can stress the concrete ...
0:24:25LESLIE: Well, if your driveway is stained from oil leaks or cracked or worn, now is a great time to clean it and to seal it. Now, beyond stain removal, the type of driveway maintenance you need to do is going to depend on whether you have concrete, asphalt or ...
Gaps around windows, doors, and pipes that penetrate the home’s exterior as well as cracks in concrete floors and walls are all good places to check. If it seems like there are suddenly many cockroaches in the home when previously there were none, the insects could have been brought in ...
Pavers are precast stones made of concrete that are often used in projects such as patios, walkways and driveways. The pavers come in a variety of sizes, shapes and colors, and can be laid in patterns that create an image or attractive design. Preparing the base before installing pavers is...
Just be careful to plan your “escape route” whenever staining or painting a floor so that you don’t paint yourself into a corner! Step 4: Seal Your Concrete The final step is to steal your stained floor once the final coat is dry. Concrete sealers come in a variety of finishes, fro...
In addition to these fields of application, washed concrete or deactivated concrete is perfect for creatingpedestrian walkways, old town areas, areas of architectural tradition, sports areas, ramps, public squares, parks and gardens.Whatever the use given to it, this pavement offers very original de...
Drill holes in concrete where necessary (driveway and walkways) Poor diluted termiticide in the trench at a rate of 4 gallons per 10 linear feet Mix soil back into the trench 2. Use Baits to Get Rid of Subterranean Termites Instead of injecting chemicals into the soil, you can also place...
Traditional driveways have long been boring expanses of grey concrete, a stone surface adding little to the curbside appeal of a home. For a change of pace that adds to the appearance of a property, a flagstone driveway makes a good alternative. It has a look that's incomparable to drive...