The creator of HBO's 'How To with John Wilson' learns about a building material, Italian wax sculptures, New York City housing initiatives and more in this Sundance-bowing doc. By Daniel Fienberg ...

While other doc makers choose worthy topics for their films, the host of 'How To With John Wilson' tests whether he can make an amusing movie about frivolous things — and somehow pulls it off. A key ...

There are many ways to evaluate concrete in-place, from visual inspection to physical test methods in cases of concrete repair to full replacement. These techniques are often employed in the ...

Concrete manufacturing, and especially cement production, accounts for 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions, according to the World Economic Forum. Amazon, Meta and Prologis are joining other ...

Controlling moisture is essential in modern airtight buildings. Excess water vapor absorption weakens structural strength, accelerates degradation, increases thermal conductivity, and promotes ...

Cat owners have been descending on hardware stores on an unusual mission—picking up a concrete slab, typically for patios and garden paths, for their feline friend to lounge on. Costing as little as ...

Perlite, a volcanic rock, is a common ingredient in potting mixes. It improves drainage, aeration and water retention in soil. Perlite is lightweight and can be added to in-ground gardens, but it's ...

EXPANDED perlite, which is made by rapidly heating small particles of suitable volcanic glass, has recently been used extensively as a lightweight aggregate for gypsum plaster and concrete in the ...

Every gardener wants nutrient-rich soil. But just because your yard doesn’t have enough nutrients naturally doesn’t mean you can’t add more with the help of vermiculite or perlite, common soil ...