For a patio build, stepping stones, or pathways, concrete tiles can be an affordable option—and some ambitious DIY enthusiasts even make indoor floor tiles themselves. Making your own concrete tiles ...

The advent of cement backer board has made it possible for do-it-yourselfers to lay tile like a pro. The reason: For most installations, it eliminates the need to set tile in a thick bed of mortar.

Owning property with a white picket fence and porch overlooking the lawn is commonly associated with the mythologized American Dream, but front porches have a historical impact that predates western ...

Your front porch may take a bit of a backseat (pun intended) to the more private, cozy nooks in your backyard. And if you don't hang out there often, it might be lower on your priority list. But think ...