Q. Our house is about 60 years old with a cinder block foundation. We are beginning the process of finishing our basement and need to address some water issues. Our basement is very dry; the previous ...

Isaval reinforces its exterior façade offerings with REVISAL, a line of acrylic coatings focused on structural protection and decorative value. Ideal for exposed façades in polluted or coastal areas, ...

Q: We are finishing off part of the basement into a utility room. The washer, dryer, and laundry tub are already there, with the plumbing anchored to the cement walls. We have framed in the walls with ...

The decision about the exterior look of a house is often made at the design stage. A good finish creates an attractive appearance and helps moderate temperature changes and protect against moisture ...

Exterior insulation and finish systems, or EIFS, are proprietary wall cladding assemblies that combine rigid insulation board with a water-resistant exterior coating. EIFS are popular chiefly for ...

Buying a can of paint should be an easy task. But walk into any home center or paint store and you’ll quickly discover that it can be quite daunting: wall-to-wall options and multiple formulations and ...

Q:We have a ranch home in the Bay Area and over the years we've replaced some of the exterior siding with plywood. When we did this work, waterproof paper was installed beneath the plywood. The ...

Aesthetic appearance is the beauty one’s house exhibits. The exterior of one’s house includes the door, external wall, roofs and balconies or verandas. “A perfect finish is one that combines aesthetic ...