After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

The pharaohs capitalized on the beauty and strength of stone, overseeing the construction of architectural gems whose magnificence has endured into the modern age. Fortunately for do-it-yourselfers, ...

This post was originally published in 2012. This is an updated version of that post. Stone siding might be the most problematic siding that we come across as home inspectors. This stuff is failing ...

Do you follow trends in design, building, clothes and so forth? You probably realize that the motive force behind these changing trends is to pry hard-earned money from your wallet or savings account.

I was at a home show and saw a few displays that featured beautiful stone. When I asked about what type of stone it was, the man said it was colored and textured concrete. Are these products durable ...

Do you follow trends in design, building, clothes and so forth? You probably realize that the motive force behind these changing trends is to pry hard-earned money from your wallet or savings account.

Given the shortage of skilled masons and the demand for realistic stone for both interior and exterior use, manufacturers have been seeking to develop an authentic looking, easy-to-install, job site ...

As always, the most important parts of a house are what's beneath the surface. This video walks through the underlayment and preparation for our natural stone veneer! Scientists Discovered A New ...

Installing Versetta Stone by Boral is not only super easy, but it is by far the best looking (fake) faux stone on the market. You can have the Stone Veneer look without all the work! We have been ...