Masonry Installation
Read through step-by-step tutorials to help you prepare for any installation pertaining to your masonry.
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How to Build a Retaining Wall in Five Simple to Follow Steps
Watch as This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook uses manufactured concrete blocks to create an attractive retaining wall.
All About Brick Pavers
Durable and low maintenance with timeless good looks, these clay blocks may be a smart choice for your next hardscaping project.
How to Install Concrete Pavers
This Old House mason, Mark McCullough, helps a couple install a concrete paver patio in their backyard.
How to Build a Simple Dry Well in 16 Easy to Follow Steps
Ask This Old House expert mason Mark McCullough builds a dry well for a homeowner with unresolved drainage issues in his backyard.
How To Install Shutters on a Brick House
Want to boost your curb appeal? Follow this step-by-step guide to install a fresh set of shutters on your brick house.
Everything You Need to Know to Clad a Wall in Stone
Follow our guide to transform your walls with beautiful stone veneer panels for a professional, durable, and stylish look.
How to Build a Functional and Beautiful Stone Wall
Building a stone wall is a highly rewarding task that you can perform to add beauty, functionality, and value to your property.
How To Lay a Stepping-Stone Path
A pathway made of stone pavers is a great way to save your lawn from being trampled and compacted by foot traffic.
Fiber-Cement Siding: Everything You Need to Know
We investigate fiber cement siding’s cost, installation process, longevity, and composition.
Everything You Need to Know to Set Stone Slabs Perfectly
Learn how landscapers make beautiful, long-lasting steps from giant stone slabs with This Old House's Roger Cook and a licensed stonemason.
Laying Down a Stone Path
Read our step-by-step guide to learn how to lay a stone path, turning your muddy yard into a beautiful stone walkway.
How to Lay a Budget-Friendly Gravel Path
Read our step-by-step guide on how to lay a gravel pathway and learn how to choose the right material to keep your project budget-friendly.
Setting Stepping Stones
Create a sturdy, no-wobble garden path.