Concrete Repairs: Preventative Measures You Can Take

Posted on 7 December 2016

Concrete is one of the most popular materials used in driveway construction as it is highly durable. Moreover, it requires minimal maintenance for it to stay in good condition. Nevertheless, this does not mean that you should neglect to care for your concrete driveway altogether. Negligence leads to concrete repairs that could have easily been prevented if you had kept a closer eye on the concrete. Below are some of the preventative measures that you can take to avoid unnecessary concrete repairs. [Read More]

3 Questions You Might Have about Exposed Aggregate Concrete on Your Property

Posted on 6 December 2016

Exposed aggregate concrete refers to a mixture of gravel, pebbles, and even soft and buffed glass that is put on the top layer of concrete. This aggregate provides a textured surface that makes it safer for walking and driving and also improves the overall look of the concrete. You can usually choose to have exposed aggregate concrete poured on your property, for the driveway, patio, or walkways. Note a few questions you might have about this process, and then discuss your options with a contractor as needed. [Read More]

How Kerbing Can Help Reduce Car Accidents

Posted on 6 December 2016

Concrete kerbing is an essential tool in reducing accidents on and around roads. It helps increase the flow of traffic, discourages illegal lane changes, makes the edge of the road clearer at night and creates a barrier between pedestrians and cars. Kerbing is most important in areas with high foot traffic, complex traffic arrangements and lower speed limits. It's less appropriate on rural or high speed roads. Keeps cars and pedestrians separate [Read More]

Why Liquid Limestone Is Better for Your Pool Deck Than Exposed Concrete Aggregate

Posted on 1 December 2016

Homeowners who would like to construct a new pool may be wondering about what type of pool deck they should construct. This article discusses why you should choose a liquid limestone pool deck instead of an exposed aggregate deck. Ease of Installation The process of constructing an exposed aggregate pool deck is very complicated and lengthy. For instance, you need to pour the concrete and let it set for a while. [Read More]

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Concrete: Using Concrete Around the Home

My name is Krisi. I love DIY and repairing things around my home. I know that concrete doesn’t seem very exciting, but ever since I used coloured and patterned concrete to pave parts of my property, I’ve become a real fan! I have set up this blog to let people know about this wonderful, robust and versatile material. Concrete can be used for many things, such as resurfacing driveways, constructing walls and tiling roofs. This blog is for people who are looking for tips on how to choose the right type of style of concrete for their home and advice about how to install, maintain or repair concrete surfaces.