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A common mistake during shed building projects is neglecting the base. The shed base is possibly the most important part of the project, and the type of base you choose will have a significant impact on the quality of your shed. There are various materials you can use for your shed base, and this month’s […]
Read moreTransporting concrete to hard-to-reach places can be a struggle if you don’t have the right equipment to do so. In cases like these, concrete pumps will be able to offer a suitable, efficient solution for overcoming these obstacles. However, you must first decide which pump would be most appropriate for the project at hand. Here […]
Read moreThinking about your next summer DIY project? If a new shed is on the cards, you need to start from the ground up by creating a sturdy concrete shed base – luckily, this is easier than you might think. In this article, we cover how to lay a concrete shed base correctly, including the equipment […]
Read moreWhether you’re planning a DIY project, or need concrete for your construction site, it can be tricky to work out exactly how much concrete you might need. In this article, we take you through how to calculate the amount of concrete you need depending on your type of project, and how an ‘only pay for […]
Read moreCreating the right consistency of concrete is vital for the success of a project. Too wet, and it’s liable to crack and scale. Too dry, and it will be difficult to pour and handle. But how do you know if your concrete is at the ‘Goldilocks’ consistency? The best time to check is before it […]
Read moreIt’s well-known that a key component of concrete is water – so surely pouring concrete in the rain shouldn’t be a problem? In actuality, it’s more of an issue than we might think, as the rainy weather can compromise the strength and final finish of the concrete. But sometimes wet weather is simply unavoidable, so […]
Read morePolished concrete is a versatile flooring solution; more versatile than it is often given credit for. It is ideal for heavy-duty workplaces like warehouses and industrial premises, but it also provides an attractive, trendy look in retail environments, bars and hotels. But how do you polish concrete floors? Let EasyMix Concrete talk you through it. […]
Read moreGiven just how ubiquitous concrete has become when it comes to construction, it’s unsurprising that so many urban landscapes are uniformly grey. But why is concrete grey? Given the broad variety of natural materials and minerals that we have at our disposal, the construction material that we know so well today could quite easily have […]
Read moreConcrete pumps and concrete mixers are convenient, efficient ways of transporting concrete to your site and getting it to where it needs to be. They often go hand in hand, especially when concrete needs to reach awkward, tight spaces. In this article, we’ll be explaining exactly what concrete pumps and concrete mixers are, together with […]
Read moreContrary to common belief, concrete doesn’t reach its optimum strength as soon as it has hardened – it needs time to properly cure. This means that you could be waiting at least 28 days before utilising your new surface, or risk damaging the hardened concrete. This could result in cracks, dents and other damages before […]
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