The surest way to decide whether to use a sledgehammer or a jackhammer is to experiment a few days before you begin ...

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 ...

Dear Gretchen: Making repairs to concrete is a relatively simple project. The most difficult part is carrying the heavy bags from your car to the work area. In this case, I recommend purchasing bags ...

Scientists have created hollow concrete that is 5.6 times stronger than regular concrete. The new design is based on the human femur, which features a honeycomb-like design, making it more resilient ...

Recurring stories and special news packages from C&EN. Mention the words cement and concrete, and most people will conjure images of heavy trucks, rugged roadways, and mighty bridges. But not everyone ...

UMD Professor of Civil Engineering Andrea Schokker is researching ways to make concrete more sustainable. She is a structural engineer who focuses on concrete in buildings and bridges. Schokker says ...