Exposed Aggregate: Reasons to Switch to This Type of Concrete Flooring

Posted on 26 January 2017

The most common material homeowners gravitate toward for their exterior flooring is concrete. This is largely due to its durability as well as longevity. However, plain concrete may not enhance the kerb appeal of your residence. If you are looking for something that will stand out, you should consider exposed aggregate. This is concrete that has been mixed with foreign materials such as pebbles, which will protrude once the concrete is dry. [Read More]

Outdoor Flooring: Materials to Spruce up Your Exterior Living Spaces

Posted on 24 January 2017

When creating an outdoor living space, one of the important factors you have to consider would be the type of flooring to install. This is because your flooring not only enhances the ambience but it should also be functional enough to withstand exposure to elements as well as heavy traffic. Since there is a wide assortment of materials to choose from, some homeowners may find the process of whittling down their options arduous. [Read More]

The Pros and Cons of Mild Steel

Posted on 23 January 2017

It can be difficult for a layperson to select a type of steel from the variety available for use during a DIY project. This article discusses some of the benefits and the drawbacks of mild steel (steel with low levels of carbon). Use this information to decide whether this material is suitable for your project. The Pros It is light. The carbon content of steel determines how heavy that steel may be. [Read More]

The Different Benefits of Concrete Edging

Posted on 11 January 2017

Concrete edging is a functional yet attractive way to enhance your landscape and overall kerb appeal. The primary purpose of this process is to form a border on different areas of your home such as the kerbing, the driveway and more in an attempt to prevent these areas from succumbing to chips and cracks. Granted, you could consider numerous other materials such as wood or steel. However, these materials can become prone to becoming structurally compromised, especially with prolonged exposure to the changing weather elements. [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.