(BPT) - How much are you investing in the landscaping around your home? The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) recommends homeowners invest 10 percent of a home's value in landscaping, ...

Guide to Concrete (Creative Publishing International, 2008) takes readers through some of the most popular home concrete and masonry projects. Endorsed by Quikrete, this book includes tips and expert ...

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Mixing pea gravel with concrete is not only possible, it's actually beneficial for certain projects, as long as you do it correctly. Pea gravel consists of smooth, rounded stones that are typically ...