Outdoor

A thorough description of why concrete puts off heat when it is curing, how much heat it puts off, and how you can get the best concrete possible. Concrete is an excellent conductor of heat, but it also produces heat which raises the concrete temperature while curing. Why does curing concrete do this? The simple … Read more

Weeds are invasive at the best of times. They can work their way through the tiniest cracks. This is usually not a problem, but Japanese Knotweed is a bit different. Japanese knotweed can be hugely disruptive, and can cause all sorts of problems for structures, but is it true that can knotweed grow through concrete? … Read more

Are you considering laying a patio for a shed or walkway that you’ve always wanted to make your outdoor space more practical and reduce the amount of mowing required in your backyard? Inexpensive, versatile and easy to pour, concrete will last you for many years and is low maintenance. But can you pour a concrete … Read more

So, you’ve decided you want to build yourself a great new concrete patio. You’re starting to get excited. Then someone says those dreaded words, ‘do you need a permit to build a concrete patio?’ Usually, this is the point where everyone looks at each other blankly and someone brings up Google on their phone. Sound … Read more