Lasting impressions: how to make plain old concrete look like brick, stone or tile

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Ordinary poured concrete used for walks, walls and patios can be made to resemble other more costly materials by using dyes and a stamping process which gives the desired texture such as slate, or tile. The Bomanite Corp of Madera, CA was the originators of the process.

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Decks that don't show their age

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Wood decking has a limited life expectancy because of continual exposure to the elements. Wood substitutes, however, are virtually maintenance-free, weather resistant and easy to clean. Information is presented on the different types of synthetic decking available.

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Making the cut: buyer's guide to mowers that mulch, bag, roar and hum their way through turf

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Three gas-powered and two rechargeable electric lawn mowers are evaluated. Each are walk-behind power mowers that include mulchers. They range in price from $317 to $696. Information about common lawn mower features is provided.

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