One of the most common construction materials; ‘concrete’ is a blend of cement, water, and aggregates. The two main types of concrete that are widely used in the construction industry are volumetric concrete and ready mix concrete. To choose the right type of concrete for your project, you must be aware of the differences between […]
Category: Concrete
Why Should I Go for Ready Mix Concrete?
The quality of concrete used in construction has a direct impact on the durability of a building. This is where ready mix concrete comes in. This is owing to concrete being one of the most essential materials in building construction. As a result, it accounts for 30-50% of the overall cost of any structure. Whatever […]
How to Polish Concrete
Polished concrete floors with a high-gloss finish give the impression of luxury with its sleek look and ability to transform a room entirely with the amount of light let in. They’re a great way of lowering your electric bill as less artificial light is needed. Benefits of Polishing Concrete Polishing concrete also improves the overall […]
How to Lay Paving Slabs on Concrete
Paving slabs are used both in residential and commercial properties, as they are a well sought-after choice for landscaped areas, be it a patio, driveway, or walkway, regardless of the square footage. They come in various sizes, shapes, designs, patterns, and colours which gives the outdoor area a more appealing look. This is why paving […]
What is ready mix concrete and how is it used?
Various materials go into the construction of buildings and other structures, with each having different benefits or purposes. Multiple types of concrete can be used for building purposes, with ready-mix concrete being one of the most popular. Ready-mix concrete is used worldwide for construction projects as small as houses and as large as skyscrapers. It […]
How to level a concrete floor that slopes
Concrete floors have been around for thousands of years and are used in many different ways… it has never stopped because, well, why would you!? Concrete is the most commonly used man-made material in the world; you can use it for: Buildings Bridges Dams kerbs Pipes Drains Some advantages of using this mixture are that […]
How To Insulate A Floor Over Concrete
At Oxcrete, one of the most common questions we get asked when it comes to new concrete floors is just how do you insulate it? Even though the aesthetic nature of a concrete floor is incredibly pleasing to the eye, concrete can be cold underfoot! There are a couple of ways in which you can […]
How Much Does Concrete Pump Hire Cost?
The common question we always get asked at Oxcrete is “how much does concrete pump hire cost?” so we thought we would answer the question, once and for all. Our sister company, C&G Concrete Pumping Ltd, are experts in pumping concrete into tight or restricted areas, they have a specialist team of staff that are […]
What is Volumetric Concrete?
At Oxcrete, we know a thing or two about Volumetric concrete. We have put together this blog to answer the question, once and for all, what is volumetric concrete? Here’s what we hope is a helpful overview of the volumetric concrete. If you have any questions or would like to enquire about our volumetric concrete […]
The Advantages Of Using Concrete Pumping
In the ancient days, it was quite difficult to complete the construction project. But the growing technology has made work easier. People have a scarcity of time to get stuck at one work. Since this is the age of machines all the works including construction will be done in no time. These machines also reduce […]
