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Beautiful Projects and Big Ideas for Concrete Projects: Concrete Blogs

Want to revitalise your garden? Want to create a patio dining area for your restaurant? Want to improve the walking paths near your home? If you are in the midst of a concrete project or even just entertaining the idea, I invite you to explore my blog. Hello and welcome. My name is Susie, and I am a former designer, lover of gardening, do-it-yourself fan, mum of four and lover of concrete. I decided to start a blog to give others ideas. I plan to include lots of beautiful projects and big ideas for concrete projects as well as repair, maintenance and troubleshooting advice. Please, take a look at my posts and if you enjoy reading them, share them with your friends.

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Important Aspects to Note When Planning a Cement Rendering Project for Your Home

Posted on November 29, 2018

The street look of your home may not be that appealing and thus you want to cement render. You may also be torn between carrying out the service yourself or hiring a professional and licensed renderer. Here are factors you need to be aware of to help you understand the rendering process and go about it the right way. Hire a Professional and Licensed Renderer Don't handle the cement rendering work yourself. [Read More]

Three Things to Know When Considering Permeable Asphalt for Your Driveway

Posted on November 22, 2016

When not properly managed, stormwater runoff can create huge drainage concerns within a property. In addition to causing damage to pavements and driveways, stormwater can pick up contaminants along the way to water sources. These pollutants can be dangerous to sea life and swimmers. The installation of permeable pavements facilitates environmental conservation while providing an efficient way of managing stormwater runoff on your property. Here are some of the things that you should know as you consider installing a permeable asphalt driveway in your home. [Read More]

Indicators That Your Driveway May Require Bitumen Repairs

Posted on July 11, 2016

Granted, driveways are built to last a significant amount of time since they function to bear heavy weights on a regular basis. However, a mistake homeowners make is assuming that once their driveway has been paved that it will not require much attention. It should be noted that the longevity of your driveway will be affected by the amount of maintenance that it receives. If it is neglected throughout its lifespan, chances are it will start deteriorating prematurely. [Read More]

How to Tell If Your Property Needs Soil Stabilization

Posted on June 9, 2016

Soil stabilization refers to a number of processes that are performed on a property in order to make the soil stronger; this might be done by adding lime or clay or by pumping concrete or another material under the topsoil to firm up a home's foundation or better support a driveway. Soil stabilization is usually done to keep a home or other structure from shifting and even sinking, or it might be performed to help avoid soil erosion, runoff, small landslides, and the like. [Read More]