The concrete in and around your home, if maintained properly, can enhance the appearance of your house and should ideally provide many years of service with minimal maintenance. Concrete, as a matter of fact, is the most popular artificial materials on Earth, surpassing everything else in its path. It has been used for centuries dating […]
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How to get paint off concrete – 5 ways to remove paint from concrete
Picture this. You’ve just laid a beautifully smooth concrete floor. It’s now time to paint the walls to help bring your brand-new room to life in your preferred colours. Now that the paint is all dry, you remove the plaster or sheets you’ve put down on the floor to find spots of paint that have […]
How to Get Rid of Moss on Concrete
When it comes to external concrete floors, one of the most common problems to occur is the growth of moss. If the concrete surface is in a fairly moist area and partly shaded throughout the day, these are the perfect conditions for the green substance to grow. If you’re not careful, moss can easily become […]
How is concrete made?
A common question we’ve been asked here at Oxfordshire Concrete: Just how exactly is concrete made? First, we must dispel a myth – concrete and cement are NOT the same thing. You’ll find that cement is actually simply a component of concrete! In its simplest form, concrete is a mixture of 3 things: Water Aggregate […]
How to lay a concrete patio
A concrete patio can offer a homeowner a wide range of benefits from having a simply modern and relaxing area to sit and enjoy your garden, to the more practical elements of allowing kids to play on their bikes and scooters in a safe area close to home. Low maintenance much like a concrete driveway, […]
How to lay a concrete driveway
Laying a concrete driveway can be a big job, but if you’ve got the correct tools on hand, the right mind-set and attitude, then this rewarding project will be a practical and stylish addition to any home. Concrete driveways are low maintenance and not to mention practical. I bet many readers can relate to seeing […]