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]

3 Ways Through Which Precast Concrete Can Have an Exposed Aggregate Finish

Posted on 30 November 2016

You can ask a concrete contractor to supply you with precast concrete panels that have an exposed aggregate finish so that your new warehouse can be unique from the buildings near it. This article discusses some of the methods that can be used to achieve that exposed aggregate surface finish. Use this information to select the most appropriate method to finish the panels that you want to order. Chemical Retarding and Sandblasting [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.