Q. Pavers are top on my mind. I'm planning a paver patio and want to be ready to go when the weather is favorable. Because of the harsh economy, I can't afford to hire a contractor. Will brick pavers ...

Clean the edges of the patio where you’ll later glue down the border pavers. Clean concrete means a stronger glue bond. Scrub the border area with a concrete cleaner. Any stiff brush will do, but a ...

Laying pavers can be a difficult task for the novice DIYer. This easy-to-use tool from Quikrete will cut your installation time in half, and leave you with a great looking and durable path. You’ll ...

A brick patio can be laid over an existing concrete slab or in a sand bed. On concrete, bricks are set in ½ inch of wet mortar with ⅜- to ½-inch-wide mortar joints. You can create attractive, unique ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of ...

Nearly 70 percent of homeowners spend more time outside after completing a landscaping project, according to a 2018 Houzz survey. While this is not a new trend, upgrading the backyard and the curb ...

If you're rushing to remodel your backyard before summer, slow down and think carefully about what hardscape will make your yard look as if you spent a million on it even if you didn't. The hardscape ...

Dear Angie: I’m interested in a paver-style driveway. What kind of company is typically the best to hire for this? Thomas S., Seminole, Fla. Dear Thomas: Paver driveways generally cost more than other ...

Paver patio costs are higher than the cost of laying a concrete pad. It’s important for a homeowner to make sure the paver patio will provide a good return on investment, and the good news is, ...

Q. I’m interested in a paver-style driveway. What kind of company is typically the best to hire for this? A. Paver driveways generally cost more than other types, but they can really boost your home’s ...