Dear James: I want to add a decorative brick walkway around my muddy flower gardens. Is this a typical DIY project, or will I need a contractor who uses mortar joints? — Glenn P. Dear Glenn: With ...

Question: I noticed a friend’s brick walkway and how nice it makes her landscaping look. Is this a long, expensive project to have a contractor install, or do you think I could handle it with minimal ...

The first step for a mortar-set brick sidewalk, is to pull strings to determine the perimeter of the space. The measurement is based on the width and length of the bricks used, taking into account an ...