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Concrete Repair and Maintenance Ideas and Strategies


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Concrete Repair and Maintenance Ideas and Strategies

Hi, my name is Kent, and I have taken care of a lot of concrete over the years. I have acid stained it, laid it myself, repaired small blemishes and hired concrete contractors to do work for me. Through all of those experiences, I have learned a lot about concrete, and I am eager to share that information with others. If you want tips or ideas related to concrete, you have come to the right place. Please, get comfortable and explore. I hope you enjoy this blog and that it informs and inspires you. When I'm not writing or dealing with concrete, I love to travel. I also work as an engineer and spend a lot of time on home remodeling projects.

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Ways Retaining Walls Allow You to Personalise Your Garden

A concrete retaining wall has undeniable practical advantages in that it helps to stabilise a hilly landscape and keep the soil healthy by levelling out the land. These hardscape elements also provide immense scope for creativity, more so than things such as fire pits or paving, for instance. Here are several ways concrete retaining walls allow you to shape and personalise your garden.  Alter the landscape When compared to elements like paving, a retaining wall provides far-reaching control over the environment. Read More 

Why Early Detection and Repair of Kerb Damage Is Critical

Have you noticed signs of damage to your residential or commercial kerbing?  Kerbs are primarily used as barrier systems for paved surfaces such as driveways, patios, walkways and more. They help protect paved areas against erosion and stormwater damage and also delineate pavement from the rest of the landscape. Like other concrete structures, kerbing is subject to damage over time due to constant use and exposure to the detrimental effects of environmental factors such as rain, the sun's UV radiation and hot or cold weather conditions. Read More 

Four ways concreting services could benefit your home

Whether you want to lay a patio or pathway on your property or to install a polished concrete floor, a company offering concreting services can offer vital assistance to the modern homeowner. While knowing that you need concreting services is easy to decide, choosing what type of concrete you should pick isn't always so easy. Sometimes you may not even be aware of what options are open to you. Here are four types of concrete surfaces commonly offered by companies that offer various concreting services. Read More