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Pouring Concrete
How many people does it take to pour concrete? Depends upon a lot of factors. Concrete work is not easy. Pouring a concrete patio where you have to unload the truck 100 feet away from the concrete forms, needs many helpers. Tim uses his concrete calculator to estimate helpers. read more... -
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Concrete Resurfacing
Concrete resurfacing is a great way to make old concrete look like new. There are several different methods and products to choose from for concrete resurfacing projects. read more...
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Pouring Concrete Sidewalks
Pouring concrete is hard work. Finishing concrete is an art. The best tips for pouring concrete are to start with a very small job and do it in cool weather. Learn how quickly the concrete goes from a pourable mixture to a hard compound. Practice different finishing methods on a small pour, not a huge slab. read more... -
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Concrete Driveway Apron
A concrete or blacktop driveway always begins at the street or roadway. This portion of the driveway must be very strong to resist damage from heavy trucks that might use the driveway to turn around. read more... -
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Sand and Mortar Quantities
Brick and cinder block are set using differing mortar mixes. Purchase all mortar and sand for the job at the same time to keep mortar color consistent. read more...
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Concrete
Concrete driveways, walks and patios can be a source of complaint from homeowners. Concrete that will remain in shape for years needs great strength, the right amount of water, proper curing, control joints and installation during optimal weather. read more...
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Concrete In Cold Weather
Concrete installation in cold weather can be successful if your contractor follows a few guidelines. Do no pour concrete on frozen ground. Mix concrete with hot water, preheated sand and gravel and add extra cement. Use a liquid curing compound and insulated blankets. read more... -
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Concrete Overlays
Concrete overlays to repair sidewalk and driveway surfaces will fare well when several guidelines are met. Only place overlays over a sound slab. Apply overlays in optimal weather. Cement paint and bonding agents should be used. Curing compounds must be applied when the finish is complete. read more... -
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Resurfacing Concrete
Resurfacing concrete will rejuvenate any spalling damage on walkways and driveways. Determine how thick your overlay will be to ensure you get the right materials. An overlay of less than 3/4 inches will not need any pea gravel. Cement paint will help permanently bond new to old. Read on for further tips. read more... -
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Minimize Cracks while Pouring Concrete
Pouring concrete that fights cracking is possible if you follow my tips. Watch the amount of water added to concrete as it can cause shrinkage. Those "decorative" lines in your concrete are there as control joints to keep concrete from cracking. Rebar or reinforcing steel and a solid base will help your concrete fight cracks. read more... -
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Reinforcing Steel in Concrete
Rebar or reinforcing steel in concrete is a great step for a lifetime of beautiful walkways and driveways. Make sure that your contractor gets concrete mix that is specific to the job and that no water is added to this mix. Your concrete needs to cure correctly..read on. read more... -
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Guidelines for Strong Concrete
Are you getting ready to install a new concrete driveway, concrete sidewalk, or concrete patio and/or steps that may be exposed to freezing temperatures and deicing salts? If the job gets done right, your concrete will last longer than you! read more...
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Magnesium Chloride & Deicing Salt Companies
Looking for companies that sell deicing salts and magnesium chloride? Look no further than your Yellow Pages ... and this article. read more...
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Deicing Facts
Nothing seems to generate mail like failed concrete surfaces. There are many myths out there about deicing salts and scaled or spalling concrete. People think that salts hurt concrete. Contractors hide behind this weak excuse when a driveway or sidewalk fails. The simple truth is that strong, properly placed and finished concrete can resist salts and freezing temperatures for many years. read more...
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Concrete Stain Tips
Adding color with concrete stain to new or existing concrete will enhance your home dramatically. Concrete stains are not a likely DIY project. Different types of stain products are available to stain concrete, but beware of those that simply form a film. read more...
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Concrete Stain Manufacturers / Information
Several concrete stain manufacturers specialize in products for existing concrete. They have researched concrete stains to make them ultraviolet resistant and deeply penetrating to maintain color. Before you stain concrete, check out these manufacturers and related information. Be sure you understand how to stain concrete before you proceed. Do not expect to be able to remove concrete stains! read more...
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Concrete Stain
Concrete stain can change your existing or new concrete into a work of art. Buy concrete stains that penetrate rather than form a film. To stain concrete, choose from three primary stain bases to suit your job. read more...
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Concrete Stains
Concrete stains solve the problem of painting concrete to get a great color. Stained concrete can also be re-colored if it has started to fade from wear and tear. To keep the color even you must have a uniform colored concrete surface. read more... -
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Stamped Concrete
Stamped concrete is decorative concrete with pattern and often color. Concrete with concrete stain and concrete stamping can be made to look just like real stone! Colored concrete and decorative patterned concrete are installed like regular mix, but with additional special procedures. read more...
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Decorative Concrete Resurfacing Literature
Decorative concrete resurfacing information is available from these organizations. Decorative concrete ideas here may inspire you! Each of these sources has some fantastic literature on concrete stamping. read more...
