Introduction What does concrete density have to do with anything? It’s essential and one of the defining qualities of good concrete. Density is a measurement that tells us how much object x (mass) is in size y (volume), so it can help us measure structures and their qualities. So, what is concrete density about? Concrete consists […]
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Introduction Have you ever wondered what foundation types are available for modern houses? I have, and this list is a presentation of that. Before you build foundations and footings, look further at what concrete offers. There are many types of foundations for houses. It’s reasonable that they all have their pros and cons as well. I’ve gathered a
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Introduction There are multiple options when building a house. Materials like concrete, wood, and metal are used for the frame of the building, and it’s hard to get a trustworthy opinion on which is the most suitable one. They all have their strong points and weak points. If I’d overly simplify it, concrete is strong but needs
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Introduction Have you ever wondered what concrete work is truly like? Or you may be wondering what to do when you grow up. I don’t know if I should recommend it, so I’ve written a little about it below. Like with most construction work, working with concrete has many different work stages, from preparation work
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Introduction Can concrete be recycled? Yes, it can, and it should be. The population is still growing, recycling elements is more important than ever, and so is producing greener concrete. The same goes for concrete, and it should be a responsible thing to do. Most of the time, it’s not because the concrete is too old
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Introduction It’s not unusual to hear someone asking about which is better, concrete vs cement. On the other hand, you might listen to someone asking if concrete and cement are the same thing. They are different things, only that cement is part of the concrete mix that binds it together. What is a concrete mix made
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Introduction With all the materials available today, why would you do your crafting with concrete? Wood is more suitable for interior furniture because it’s light and warm by nature. Many modern materials seem ideal for crafting and building, so why go with concrete? Crafting with concrete is cheap and easy, yielding pretty good results. You
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