Types of concrete

Foundation types vary, but likely your house or home's addition does or will have one of these three foundations: full or daylight basement, crawlspace, or concrete slab-on-grade.

When we meet with businesses and homeowners to discuss options available for concrete driveways, sidewalks, paths and retaining walls, they are often surprised at the options available.

🕑 Reading time: 1 minute Swirl finish is one of the most exceptional types of concrete finish that is generated by smearing the concrete surface in a uniformly overlapping circular pattern. It provides an aesthetically pleasing appearance to the concrete surface and complements a structure like petals on a rose. This type of finish is […]

Why Does Concrete Crack? Shrinkage, corrosion, expansion, buckling, settling, and a bad mix are the most common reasons why concrete cracks.

Looking on how to make concrete smooth and shiny? We tell you how, plus caveats and finishing options you should consider.

I'm taking a look at the difference between concrete and cement and how they are different from each other.

Reading time: 1 minuteDifferent types of concrete are produced based on the constituent material, mix design, the method of construction, area of application, form of hydration reaction. Details of these various types of concrete, their properties and applications are discussed. 23 Types of Concrete and Their Applications Different types of concrete are: Normal Strength Concrete […]

Reading time: 1 minute The concrete is a versatile construction material used all over the world for all types of construction applications. Concrete in its green form can be molded into any shape, size, and finish with the help of different finishing techniques and equipment to give a beautiful and long-lasting surface with a high […]

In depth explanation of the four main concrete finishes for concrete flatwork. Slick Trowel, Broom Finish, Exposed Aggregate, Stamped

Concrete finishes are a way that builders and designers can transform ordinary concrete surfaces into visually pleasing, functional, and durable spaces.