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  What’s the Difference Between Concrete & Cement?

  You know that cement sidewalk you walked on earlier today? It wasn’t cement. It was concrete. What about that cement mixer truck you saw at the construction site? Sorry. No such thing. It should be a concrete...

  • Posted February 15, 2017
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• Glow in the Dark Cement, Sustainable Energy

  In this hour, The Carey Brothers discuss Glow-In-The-Dark Cement, advice on masonry, mortar and moisture (The Family Handyman) and a conversation with Rosie McGoldrick – Center for Sustainable Energy (www.energycenter.org/ExperienceElectric)

  • Posted May 21, 2016
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  Concrete skin burns

  The Holland Tunnel, which runs under New York’s Hudson River, was opened in 1927. It took seven years to complete, and required 130,000 cubic yards of concrete. Not too many people know that concrete hardens under water....

  • Posted July 15, 2014
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  Protect Your Garage Floor

  Is winter taking its toll on your garage floor? Is it all salt and grime when you open the door? In cold climates lots of salt and road grime accumulate under your car. Due to whatever else...

  • Posted May 13, 2014
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  Setting a Fence Post Pt.1

  Getting ready to set some fence posts in the corral and wondering how much cement you’ll need? In part I of our series on fences, you’ll learn to set fence posts the cowboy way. Most fence posts...

  • Posted May 11, 2014
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  Glue in New PTDF Dividers

  Question Our patio and cement walk-ways were put in with boards dividing the sections. Over the years the wood has rotted leaving about a 3-inch gap. We can figure out how to anchor new wood. We have...

  • Posted March 5, 2014
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  Cement Based Roofing & Siding

  Need super-strong, durable roofing and siding…that’s fireproof, rot- and insect-resistant too? Today you’ll learn why more and more homes are being clad with cement-based roofing and siding. The stone or brick walls you see on many homes...

  • Posted March 3, 2014
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  Building a Fence Part 2

  Building a Fence Aside from providing protection, a fencing installation can do wonders to enhance the appearance of one’s home. Before starting construction, there are a few basic planning steps that should be taken. This is true...

  • Posted January 30, 2014
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