Pavers may be the easiest patio surface to install yourself. Pavers are set on sand or crushed concrete rather than bound with mortar. You can even lay pavers on top of your existing patio if it’s ...

Q. I am planning to add a paver patio to my house. What is the best way to build the base? Can I install pavers over concrete? A. I assume you mean interlocking concrete pavers, which are used for ...

Interlocking concrete pavers make it possible for even first-time do-it-yourselfers to install patios and walkways. Concrete is more malleable than brick or stone, so it’s easier to cut and fit. But ...

Nearly 70 percent of homeowners spend more time outside after completing a landscaping project, according to a 2018 Houzz survey. While this is not a new trend, upgrading the backyard and the curb ...

Q. Pavers are top on my mind. I'm planning a paver patio and want to be ready to go when the weather is favorable. Because of the harsh economy, I can't afford to hire a contractor. Will brick pavers ...

On April 14, I contracted with JD Interlocking Brick Pavers to remove my concrete driveway and install pavers. It also called for installing thin pavers over my existing concrete walkway from the ...

Hot weather in much of the nation has kept many do-it-yourselfers from carrying out planned exterior painting. The container of a specific brand of paint is the best guide to painting temperatures, ...

If you're rushing to remodel your backyard before summer, slow down and think carefully about what hardscape will make your yard look as if you spent a million on it even if you didn't. The hardscape ...

Q. I am planning to add a paver patio to my house. What is the best way to build the base? Can I install pavers over concrete?A. I assume you ...

In this video, I show how I upgraded my patio by installing LED lights between large concrete pavers, creating a modern and inviting outdoor space. Follow along as I walk through the design, layout, ...