The steps aren't solid concrete either. They're poured concrete, formed into steps over a wooden ramp. Stucco on the sides of the porch is applied over a standard 2- by-4 wood-framed wall.

Q: A chunk of concrete the size of a large grapefruit broke off the corner of one of our porch steps and shattered. Can I repair this myself?A: You need a small amount of concrete mix, a small ...

Steps For Repairing Narrow Cracks In Concrete Narrow concrete cracks — those measuring less than ¼-inch in width — are ...

Handsome, hardwearing concrete walks, steps, and porches will form an impressive entree to any home. To achieve the best looking and most durable outdoor concrete, follow these 7 pro tips.

However, the etching step needs to come after you clean the concrete. TSP and TSP substitute work equally well for this purpose, according to a technical-help person at the Savogran Co. (800-225 ...

Q: My son’s house in Washington, D.C., is a bungalow and quite interesting-looking. Someone painted over the 8-by-6-foot concrete porch and four or five concrete steps, and made a mess of them ...

Dear Heloise: Even one step down from a concrete porch to the sidewalk can be a danger. I found this out recently when a friend stumbled as she was leaving my house. To prevent this from happening ...