A well-constructed cinder-block wall can bring privacy, security, and visual interest to your landscaping. Although building a wall is a challenging project, it's one a determined and ...

The concrete and steel rods really will make for a superior foundation for the structure you intend to place on top of the lower stone foundation. Tim Carter writes for the Tribune Content Agency.

She had tried to lift an 8-by-8-by-16-inch concrete block and discovered those were too heavy. She feels she could handle brick. Karen asked me what she needs to know to build a strong brick ...