Decking & Patios
Chris A. Loaiza - Strong Starts With ConcreteReady
In this From the Ground Up™ episode, host Karol Weyman sits down with Chris A. Loaiza of Sherwin Williams H&C, to talk about the critical role surface preparation plays in outdoor concrete projects. From improving coating performance to saving time on the jobsite, ConcreteReady products are helping contractors work smarter ...
K9 Fasteners - Shop Now for Free Shipping!
The K9 Fasteners success story started in Wisconsin when humble hardware professionals wanted to create real product benefits for real hard working carpenters, contractors and building trade professionals! Customers said, “Give us a high performance product that starts faster, holds stronger and is made for treated lumber”….. CHECK! Customers said, ...
Top 5 DIY springtime projects that add value and beauty to the home
Whether a homeowner is getting ready to sell or staying in a cherished home for many more years, improved curb appeal makes a big statement to friends, neighbors and potential buyers. As the spring weather warms up, homeowners can refresh and enhance their home exteriors with do-it-yourself projects that can help ...
Outdoor living trends shaping 2026 projects
OCS Influencer John Kenney says that the projects that stand out most are usually the ones that balance design with practicality. Outdoor living projects have changed significantly over the last several years. What used to be considered an “extra” space has become an extension of how people live and entertain. Homeowners ...
Concrete Techniques for Stunning Hardscapes
In this OutdoorTalk webinar, Karol Weyman is joined by Jeffrey Wells from Super-Krete to examine how contractors can elevate their hardscape projects by incorporating colorants, stains, textures and sealers. With a focus on transforming patios, walkways and other outdoor surfaces into premium-looking spaces, experts will share tips on choosing the ...
5 Top projects that add value and beauty to home exteriors
By Daich Coatings. Check out these affordable solutions for worn-out concrete. Looking for a fast and easy way to enhance a home exterior project? You can offer these unique projects that add instant curb appeal to your customer’s property while helping increase the value of their home. Remember, before starting any exterior project, ...
John Kenney - Winning Construction Disputes Without the Courtroom
In this From the Ground Up™ episode, host Karol Weyman sits down with John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group to break down one of the most expensive and stressful realities contractors face: construction claims and disputes. From payment conflicts and scope creep to documentation breakdowns and stalled projects, disputes can ...
Top April articles: Boosting operations in the office and the field
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the state of the outdoor industry by reading our top OCS articles for April. In the outdoor contracting world, April showers don’t just herald in May flowers; they usher in the busiest season of work for contractors. And here at OutdoorCoffeeShop™ (OCS), it has been ...
Jobsite-ready Hardware
In this From the Ground Up™ episode, host Karol Weyman is joined by Barry Campbell, of Campbell Contracting LLC and K9 Fasteners, to dig into the origin of K9 Fasteners and how a contractor-driven idea became a brand focused on strength, reliability and real-world performance. Learn what sets these fasteners ...
Easy concrete patio upgrade
By Daich Coatings. These customers "were floored" with this product. Tina and Pat O’Mara were tired of the “million little cracks” in their outdoor patio. While they didn’t want to spend a lot of money to replace the concrete surface, they really liked the idea of improving the ugly backyard seating ...
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