The concrete mix for farm and agricultural sites needs to be particularly durable, especially for external areas and routes between units. This is due to higher levels of wear and tear from farm equipment scraping surfaces, in addition to variable weather conditions...
What are building foundations and why are they so important? Building foundations – while not visible and below ground level – are one of the most crucial aspects of any build. They are used to ensure a building’s weight is distributed in an even fashion...
It is essential that your building is positioned on a flat, solid and stable base, in order to bear the substantial weight and allow doors and windows to hang correctly and open smoothly. The base should always be the same size as the footprint of the building, making...
1. Preparing the garage base To prevent your garage floor concrete slab from cracking, it’s important to have a solid and level base. Additionally, if the ground level is to be built up, then proper compaction must be ensured to avoid uneven settlement. Make sure you...
What you need to know Extra care must be taken when pouring concrete in cold weather. The biggest problem you will face is if concrete is allowed to cool below freezing point, the concrete may become so damaged that it will be unfit for purpose. It is also...
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