Cement and concrete are commonly mistaken for each other, but it’s important to know which is which. To help you remember, we’re detailing the differences: cement vs. concrete. After reading t ...

These foundations feature small square or circular concrete pads along the outer perimeter of a building with vertical treated wood or steel posts supporting floor joists and exterior walls.

Concrete, once viewed primarily as an industrial material, has evolved into a symbol of modern luxury and sophistication. Its ...

Masic inspecting the concrete walls’ frescoes in Pompeii.Credit...Amos Zeeberg, courtesy of the MIC — Archaeological Park of Pompeii; James Weaver; Amos Zeeberg, courtesy of the MIC ...

We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Not only are concrete walls boring to look at, ...

Build a raised foundation Construct your shed on a solid foundation that’s a minimum of two inches off the ground. If any part of the floor is in ground contact, it will rot, provide easy access to ...

Nestled in the hills outside Bologna, the new campus of the Bologna Business School (BBS) – an international institution that is an offshoot of the University of Bologna – extends the historic Villa ...

By focusing on design features, homes can benefit from lower build and ongoing operational costs and boost comfort.

Hardie boards are heavy, so always only pick up one or two panels at a time, and lift by engaging your legs rather than your back. Installing boards high up on your exterior walls can be dangerous ...