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…have become the focus of This concrete walkway was stamped to look like Roman slate…
…in Escondido, Calif. This concrete walkway was stamped to look like Roman slate…
…depending on the size of your patio or walkway. Also, factor maintenance into the overall…

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A pervious concrete driveway absorbs water instead of shedding it. If a municipality has tight environmental regulations for residential construction, this type of driveway may be required. Photo courtesy of Gordon Kenna, Georgia Concrete and Products Association.

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Your driveway is your welcome mat, the pathway to your home. It may be a broad expanse or curved and winding, disappearing among the shrubbery or a straight shot to a waiting garage. Whatever the profile, your driveway presents landscaping opportunities to enhance your home and its character.

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…noise pollution -- and look good doing it. Five Main Systems Concrete building systems are of five main types: Concrete block, ICF or Insulating Concrete Forms, removable forms, panel systems, and autoclaved aerated concrete. Let s look at the…

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…are such an attractive option. Stone veneers are thin slices of stone that can be applied over other materials, such as concrete block, brick, plywood or drywall. This contemporary fireplace incorporates a stone veneer with wood benches and shelves…

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… photo credit: Protecto Wrap Company Garage Foundation Basics A garage foundation is typically constructed of concrete block or a poured concrete wall. First the site is cleared or scraped and footing trenches are dug below grade according to code…

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…no deck, no nothing," admitted Surmelis. "The front yard consisted of ivy and the lower front landing was simply a concrete block of cement." To improve the front yard, Surmelis had it landscaped and a fence and gate built to perk up first impressions…

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