Underfloor heating is an immensely popular heating system for home owners, and property developers. It is a great, cost-effective way to increase the comfort levels of a property, while maximising energy efficiency, and unlocking greater control over indoor temperatures. What’s more, with the addition of screed, underfloor heating systems in concrete flooring can achieve the […]
Concrete flooring is an extremely durable, hard-wearing type of flooring. When laid correctly by a concrete specialist, concrete flooring boasts an extremely long lifespan, with the same high performance and flawless aesthetic. However, standing water is one of the most common causes of damage to concrete flooring. If standing water can be allowed to sit […]
At the moment, RAAC concrete has been the focus of major news stories, and the cause of concern across the country. Throughout the UK, RAAC concrete is causing issues in numerous schools, forcing them to close or move classrooms due to the severity of the problem. Although this article is not a guide – and […]
Screed unlocks a wide range of key benefits for concrete flooring projects. Not only does it fix any irregularities or imperfections within the concrete base, but it helps to improve load distribution, while keeping the project to a fast and efficient timeline. As a result, it prepares an ideal surface for other flooring types, or achieves […]
Across the world, all industries and projects of all shape and size, manufacturers are working to reduce the environmental impact of their projects. Not only is improving sustainability standards key to retaining customers, but it’s also a critical part of brand competition, especially given public opinion and the global focus on sustainability. Low carbon concrete […]
When it is laid and cured correctly, concrete is an exceptionally durable and strong material. This construction material is used across a huge range of different sectors, applications and industries, thanks to its extraordinary range of properties and advantages. But, in order to unlock all of these benefits in full, it is vital that the […]
Concrete is an extremely versatile material, which boasts a huge range of use cases. This extremely durable, affordable and high performance construction material can be used across a huge variety of different projects, spanning everything from roads to residential flooring. Liquid screed is a prime example of concrete’s versatility and utility. This sophisticated concrete variety […]
Thanks to its strength, versatility and remarkable durability, concrete is ideally suited to home construction tasks. By using concrete, you can quickly, easily and affordably create a shed base, which is dependable and extremely hard-wearing. Below, we have shared a thorough step-by-step guide covering the entire process of how to lay a concrete shed base. […]
Thanks to its hard-wearing nature and pleasing aesthetic, polished concrete floors have become popular in both domestic and commercial interiors – from minimalist home designs to elegant events spaces. Whilst it’s not the cheapest flooring option – at £120-£150 per square metre – the short-term cost is often outweighed by the long-term benefits. Benefits of […]
Sealing your new concrete floor might just seem like one extra, unnecessary expense. But trust us, this is the best way to make sure your investment lasts for as long as possible. Sealing your concrete floor will ensure that your new floor lasts up to its predicted lifespan, and is preserved against the most common […]
At iMix Concrete, we pride ourselves on our extensive knowledge of the latest industry innovations. We are always on the lookout for new, specialist concrete varieties to add to our range. As a result, we’re delighted to announce that we have expanded our liquid screed products, to include the new Cemfloor Level Plus Liquid Screed. […]
Why is concrete used in construction? Concrete is a material commonly used in construction for a variety of purposes. One of the most common types of concrete, Portland Cement, which makes up about 95% – 98% of most concretes, is made from limestone and clay. When mixed with water, the components in Portland cement undergo […]
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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