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How I Repaired My Concrete Driveway

Welcome to my blog! My name is Harry and I live in a small community on the outskirts of the city of Perth, Australia with my wife and our two kids. Last year, I noticed that my driveway was becoming a little bumpy. At first, I ignored it, but when my Jeep sustained damaged to its bodywork caused my a pothole in the concrete driveway, I knew I had to take action. I called in a team of concrete contractors who replaced and repaired the surface. I learnt an awful lot from those guys so I decided to start this blog. Enjoy!

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2 Striking Concrete Finishes That Will Give Your Home's Interior The "Wow Factor"

Posted on May 30, 2017

Concrete is an enduringly popular product in the Australian building industry. It's versatile, incredibly durable and relatively inexpensive in comparison to many other building materials. Traditionally, it's been used as a structural component and as a base material for other materials. However, with an ever-increasing number of decorative finishes now available, concrete is frequently being used as a design element. Interior concrete flooring is now a common feature in many modern homes. [Read More]

How to Limit Erosion Problems at a Construction Site

Posted on May 29, 2017

Erosion can pollute stormwater drainage systems and affect surroundings properties. It is, therefore, necessary for you to implement measures that will limit the magnitude of the erosion that occurs on your construction site. This article discusses some of those helpful erosion control measures that you can implement during your DIY construction project. Minimise Disturbance Zones The first step in controlling erosion during a construction project involves limiting the extent to which you disturb the landscape at the site. [Read More]

Tips to Ensuring Your Concrete Kerbing Stays in Good Condition

Posted on May 26, 2017

One of the primary reasons commercial and residential premises have concrete kerbing is because concrete requires minimal maintenance to stay appealing. However, this does not mean that your concrete kerbing will not degrade over time, especially if it is not given the proper attention. The following are some of the tips that you should employ to preserve the condition of your concrete kerbing. Tip 1: Schedule routine application of sealant [Read More]

The Benefits of Using Precast Concrete Slabs

Posted on May 19, 2017

If you are renovating your home, precast concrete is an ideal material to use. Precast concrete is moulded offsite and transported in blocks to your worksite. Because it is cured under optimal conditions, precast concrete is extremely resilient and strong. Precast concrete can be used to build walls, partitions and floors. Below is further information about the benefits of using precast concrete slabs as part of your project. Insulating slabs [Read More]