Cold floors make winters uncomfortable in many homes built on concrete slabs, and relatively complex systems often are recommended to improve the floors. Homasote Co., with fiberboard construction ...

Concrete is the unsung hero of residential construction. From driveways and sidewalks to patios and, most importantly, ...

Slab-style concrete countertops are customizable in terms of length, width, shape, and layout. You can add decorative edge detailing or convenient features such as a built-in drain board or an ...

Many Michiganders know how frustrating road conditions can be, especially during winter. Michigan State University is working ...

We have all heard the saying “concrete can be counted on to do two things — get hard and crack.” Without thoughtful human intervention that saying might be true, but today slabs-on-ground can be ...

Q. I read a lot about walls, insulation and other factors that can make a difference in utility bills, but what about flooring? Are some types of flooring better at saving energy than others ...