Types of Cast Concrete Building Products
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18 June 2017
The construction industry has been using concrete as a building material for around 2,000 years. Large, historic buildings, such as the Colosseum in Rome, are made from multiple concrete sections standing on one another. However, the modern construction sector uses concrete in much more sophisticated ways. As well as poured concrete (which hardens on site inside moulds) there are precast products which are designed to be transported to site fully made. Castings often save lots of time and effort to put together.
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The Outstanding Advantages of Re-Flooring With Polished Concrete
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17 June 2017
If you are looking to remodel your home in an attempt to spruce up its appearance, you may have considered re-flooring the various rooms. Homeowners will pick flooring supplies such as timber or vinyl, then have their contractors install them to enhance the aesthetics of the space. However, since most types of subfloors are made of concrete, you may want to consider re-flooring using polished concrete. Not only is thus a more affordable approach to re-flooring your home, but the following are some of the additional benefits you would enjoy by opting or polished concrete:
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Four Factors to Consider Before Renting a Concrete Pump
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9 June 2017
Some homeowners may wish to hire a concrete pump in order to ease the process of pouring concrete during the construction of an extension to the home. It is important to consider the suitability of your site before you spend time to look for a concrete pump for your project. This article discusses some of the factors that can help you to assess the suitability of your site for concrete pumping.
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Ensuring Your Concrete Driveway Has a Long Lifespan
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31 May 2017
One of the low maintenance paving materials that you could consider or your driveway is concrete. Additionally, it is highly durable despite its low cost, making it a popular option for most homeowners. Nevertheless, this does not imply that your concrete driveway will not require some attention to ensure that it stays in pristine condition. When it comes to concrete, preventive measures are always best as once the concrete has been irrevocably damaged you would have to opt or extensive repairs or resort to entire repaving.
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