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The concrete of ancient Rome was notoriously strong. Many of the buildings, bridges, and aqueducts built by the Romans still ...

The fingerprints and hand marks reveal the close, personal contact the Romans had with their dead, according to Carroll.

An expert spent more than 30 years researching Alcatraz and uncovered a flaw that helped pave the way for three men to escape ...

An expert spent more than 30 years researching Alcatraz and uncovered a flaw that helped pave the way for three men to escape ...

Lafarge Africa Plc, a building solutions company and manufacturer of premium building materials and solutions brands across cement, ...

For centuries, scholars thought they understood how Romans made concrete with exceptional durability. Now, evidence suggests the historical texts describe only part of the picture. Analysis of an ...

Discover how to select durable materials for your backyard oasis. An expert pool builder Los Angeles guide to finishes, decking, and coping that withstand the heat.

Sudip Thakali now plans to change the roof of his family house from mud to blended cement concrete (BCC) to avoid water ...

Workers at Amrize’s Midlothian, Texas, cement plant—one of five flagship facilities launching the company’s new “Made in America” certification—review operations amid a $50-million modernization ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Kitchen countertops should be beautiful and durable, but finding the right balance between those two ...

In this video, learn how to create a Venetian plaster–inspired painted wall. With a few simple tools and layering techniques, you can achieve a soft, textured finish that adds depth, warmth, and ...