A good concrete slab is needed to create a solid foundation for any garden shed. Pouring this concrete slab properly is important; it will keep the…
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Contractors will be familiar with the terms ‘concrete’ and ‘screed’, but what is the difference between these two building materials? An ordinary person who is working…
Concrete is an ideal building material with countless applications, from walls and floors to dams and furniture. It can be moulded into any shape and, once…
Concrete slabs and pavements need to be the right thickness for optimal strength and durability. If the slabs are too thin, they can begin to curl.…
Dams made from concrete need to be able to withstand huge amounts of pressure from the volume of water they hold. They also need to handle…
Concrete driveways undergo a lot of wear and tear during their lifespan. Fluctuating temperatures and heavy vehicles take their toll on the concrete and eventually, cracks…
There are three basic methods of estimation that contractors use to predict various quantities for construction jobs. These can include how much soil to excavate, how…
If you’re looking to modernise your home and you have some free time on the weekend, why not create some cool homemade concrete lamps? These hanging…
Brick walls are so commonplace in our society that we tend not to give them much thought. However, these structures have revolutionised the way that humans…