Types of concrete
Concrete is generally cement, water and a mixture of sand and stone, however different materials and mixes are mixed for different applications. There are two things about our mixes that are the same:
All concrete mix names below are prefixed by letters. The following provides a key: C – Design, PAV – Paving, ST – Standard, RC – Reinforced
C 7/8/ ST1/GEN 0
Lightweight concrete – kerb backing & bedding, blinding, void filling, drainage works
C10/GEN 1
Lightweight concrete – kerb backing & bedding, blinding, void filling, drainage works
C10/GEN 2
Good for areas where there is not embedded metal in the floor. Good for bare finishes.
C10/GEN 3
Lightweight concrete – Wall foundations, shed and garage bases, extensions, slabbed foundations, paving for paths & patios.
C25/ST2
For flooring or for mass fill under footings and foundations.
C30/PAV 1/ST3
Air-entrained concrete mix, which means tiny bubbles are formed in the concrete which boosts its strength and also allows it to withstand the freeze-thaw cycle. Domestic driveways, patios & garages, bases for houses & extensions, pavements & paving, reinforced hard standing etc.
C35/Pav 2
Reinforced concrete bases in commercial buildings, light storage areas, heavy-duty external slabs and pavements, agricultural building, reinforced foundations in domestic buildings etc.
C40
Strong concrete mix – Foundations for septic tanks, paving HGV parks and agricultural yards.
C50
Heavy industrial, structural road
Reinforced concrete
Fibres
To help prevent early induced cracking
Water Reducing Admixture (WRA)
Additive which helps to speed up the curing process by reducing the amount of water used, meaning the concrete can begin to cure faster than usual, and ultimately create a stronger product.
Retardant
To help slow down the setting time of screeds, giving you more time to work.
10mm Aggregate
A reduced stone size
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