Sakrete Concrete

As a homeowner, one of the most essential fixtures on your property is your wood fence. Many have this mainly because it improves security and privacy. That said, a simple wood fence can be a bit dull, especially if you've had it for some time and it's starting to wear. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to make it better. Read on to find out. Wash It Down To bring back the 'new fence' look, always clean it up. Remember, that fixture has been outside for years, so it's safe to assume that it's accumulated a lot of dirt and grime. It's best to maintain them with a pressure washer. If you don't have one, you can also go with a brush. Either way, it's crucial that you use a good outdoor timber cleaner to help you penetrate the wood.   Do Repairs Whether it's because of different environmental factors like heavy rain or erosion, any fence can develop leaning posts. Don't worry, though; you can fix this issue by yourself. Yo...

Stucco is a cement-based solution applied as a two- or three-part exterior coating. It's primarily used in residential buildings or small commercial structures. Until the late 1800s, the plaster, like a standard mortar mix, was made with lime. But, the rise of Portland cement changed their composition and turned them into a harder variant. Continue reading to learn more. Revival-Style Architecture At the start of the 20th century, the introduction of revival-style architecture resulted in the resurgence of demand for stucco. The material was associated with many historic structural designs, including Pueblo, Tudor, Mission, Prairie, Art Deco, and Spanish Colonial. The plaster has always been popular for a variety of reasons. It's inexpensive and is very versatile. It can simulate the look of finely dressed stonework, especially when lined or scored to create ashlar features. A coating over brick, log, rubble stone, fieldstone, or wood frame can give the structure...

If you’re considering a backyard makeover, retaining walls are a great way to add different layers to your yard, especially if you have sloped areas. One of the easiest walls to construct is a cinder block wall. All it takes is the right ground prep, cinder blocks, stone mortar mix , and a few tools. You can do this yourself, or get a friend to help to speed up the project. The key thing to remember is to keep things level. If not, you’ll finish the project and step back to admire your work and notice things are askew. Step #1 – Pour the footing. First dig out the approximate area for the retaining wall. Stake out the desired length and width of the wall, and mark off with string. For our example, let's assume you are building a straight wall 12-foot long and 4-feet high. At either end of the wall area, and in the middle, dig a 2-foot by 1-foot hole. Mix cement in a wheelbarrow and pour it into the holes. This will serve as the footing foundation and will help prevent the w...