Our world is built of concrete. Durable and cheap, it’s the construction material of choice for buildings, bridges and tunnels. But its ubiquity means it has a huge environmental impact. Concrete is ...

You may be temped to DIY your own concrete countertops, but our expert warns that you could end up seriously affecting both ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- As inflation and supply chain issues tighten their grip on numerous industries across the U.S., those in the concrete industry said some companies are struggling to get ...

Concrete is one of the most consumed products on earth. Even with these extreme numbers, the global cement market is expected to increase to $481.73 billion by 2029, more than 5.1% annual growth ...

Q: I want to install a concrete patio in my back yard where the builder put a small pad. I’ve never worked with concrete, but my friends are willing to help. The patio would measure 10 feet by 14 feet ...

I was interested to see the recent feature ‘Why concrete?’ on stabroeknews.com. I’m the Head of Media at the GCCA, the Global Cement and Concrete Association. The GCCA, which was set up nearly 5 years ...

A project to increase the amount of truck parking at a rest area on Interstate 70 near Myersville is due to be finished in ...

Watching a craftsman at work can be an inspiring experience. We were recently involved in a large, somewhat complex concrete pour. The nine concrete finishers, the two laborers, the carpenter and the ...

Constructing an entire barrier wall and work platform requiring nearly 300,000 cubic yards of concrete and 1,197 piles extending 275 feet into the bedrock below the foundation. The Wolf Creek Dam ...

Planning to have some concrete work done around your property? Great. Will you need to pull a permit? It’s complicated. You see, building permit requirements vary according to where you live, so ...