Concrete is one of the toughest, most durable and impressive building materials in existence, with the ability to withstand challenging weather conditions for decades. But, even the very best concrete can experience small cracks over time. Generally speaking, small cracks (known as hairline cracks) are normal, and can be avoided or fixed relatively easily. But, […]
When correctly laid, concrete is one of the strongest, most reliable, versatile and durable construction materials on the planet. But, concrete laying is a fine art. It’s a meticulous process, which requires a lot of care and precision. Any mistakes, and you risk compromising the strength, finish and lifespan of your concrete. Thankfully, when you […]
As with many countries across the world, in the UK, there is an ever more pressing need for more houses to be built, to accommodate a rapidly growing population. However, this demand needs to be balanced alongside sustainability concerns, and nationwide efforts to keep on track with the UK’s ambitious CO2 targets. It’s a story […]
At iMix Concrete, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact, and helping our clients do the same. We know that concrete is usually one of the biggest causes of CO2 emissions in building construction, and that conventional concrete is something that many project planners are looking to move away from. So, we wanted to […]
Concrete is an exceptional construction material, boasting a fantastic range of impressive properties. Although concrete is already renowned for its high strength, durability and ease of use, fewer people are aware of the diverse range of concrete types that are available. Different concrete types offer an even broader range of advantages, and can provide extremely […]
No question, concrete is one of the most durable, high strength and dependable building materials in existence. But, there are some conditions where even concrete is at risk of deterioration. Areas with high levels of sulphate are a prime example of such conditions. But, thankfully, specialist concrete varieties have been developed that are able to […]
When it comes to construction materials, concrete is about as versatile as they come. Concrete boasts a huge variety of benefits and use cases, and it can be used for the construction of everything from buildings to bridges, and floors to canals. Self compacting concrete is a specialist type of concrete, which offers a wide range […]
Working out the amount of concrete you need for a job can be difficult to do, especially if it’s your first time using it for a project. Ending up with too much concrete volume can be unnecessarily costly, and ending up with too little means delays to your work. Luckily, our concrete calculator (UK) solves all your estimation problems and lets you know exactly how much concrete you’ll need for your project.
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