Pouring a Concrete Pad
High traffic areas around the grill, in front of the doghouse and the trash collection spot are usually bare and muddy. Pour a concrete pad to stop the mud and save yourself the trouble of trying to grow grass in these barren areas. Lowe's is ... [... more]
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Building a Walkway with Precast Concrete Molds
Create a convenient and inexpensive walkway with concrete and a walkway mold. Use molds to create walkways that resemble cobblestone or brick. The 2'x2' mold is reusable, making it a practical and economical choice. The mixing and pouring can be ... [... more]
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Estimated Lifetimes of Building Products
Are you holding your breath wondering how long you can put off that major home repair? Or relaxing after finishing an extensive renovation? Either way it helps to know how long you can expect home improvement supplies to last. Lowe's is happy to ... [... more]
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Preventing Leaks in Your Basement
Leaks and dampness can be intimidating and worrisome, but there are things you can do yourself to alleviate the problem. Your situation probably can be improved by addressing drainage problems, repairing leaking cracks or holes, and incorporating ... [... more]
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Building a Block Retaining Wall
If you want to level a steep slope on your property or enclose an area for a decorative garden, a concrete block retaining wall might be just what your landscape needs. With a little effort, you can add a beautifully landscaped area that is easy ... [... more]
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Laying a Flagstone Walkway
Flagstone is an excellent choice for walkways because of its durability and maintenance-free characteristics. A flagstone walkway blends well with almost any type outdoor decor, from formal to rustic. Lowe's is happy to provide this information ... [... more]
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Painting Masonry
So you have finished painting the house or installing the new siding. The house looks great, but you did not realize how bad the foundation looked until now. No problem! Painting masonry is easy if you remember a few things. Lowe's is happy to ... [... more]
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Barbecue Island for a Portable Grill
This "barbecue garage" is not only easy to construct, it has the added benefit of keeping your grill portable. Here's a way to enjoy the advantages of a built-in barbecue at a fraction of the cost of most outdoor cooking centers-a ... [... more]
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Install a Loose-Laid Brick Patio
A brick patio is a great way to add beauty and texture to your lawn. And it is easier than you think, especially when laid on sand. You will need a helper to complete this project, but you can do it even if you have never laid brick before. ... [... more]
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Laying a Stepping Stone Walkway
Stepping stone paths are decorative and easy to install. Whether the stones are round, square or irregularly shaped, the construction method is the same. Place stones across a well-traveled part of the lawn to reduce wear on the grass and to ... [... more]
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Stone Veneer
Improve your landscape by covering those unattractive wall blocks with a beautiful stone veneer. A garden wall helps break up the landscape and defines borders between spaces. But, what about those plain, block walls? They are not quite as ... [... more]
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Making Simple Concrete Repairs
Many concrete repairs require only concrete mix and simple masonry tools. Sure, concrete is tough stuff, but even concrete cracks and crumbles. Eventually, nature has her way. Moisture and temperature extremes make their presence known through ... [... more]
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