The standard house comes complete with a concrete slab for the patio. Most people never do anything beyond sweeping the slab or the occasional power wash to remove barbeque, beverage, and pet stains.

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Discover everything you need to know about stamped concrete patios to decide if it‘s right for your home. Stamped concrete patios are cost-effective, versatile, low-maintenance, and durable. The ...

Many outdoor spaces require regular TLC, and the odds are, if you’ve ended up reading this guide, you want to learn how to stain a concrete patio yourslef. Most hardscapes like driveways, walkways, ...

If your concrete patio is worn out, badly stained, and weather-beaten, don’t despair. There’s a simple, affordable way to restore patios to like-new condition, and it’s no more difficult than painting ...

Q–My uncovered concrete patio floor cracks badly each year. I`ve tried sealing the cracks, but they only open again in the spring. I`m also having problems keeping paint on the surface. What`s the ...