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How Much Does Concrete Cost Per Cubic Yard? Current Ready Mix Concrete Prices

How much does concrete cost. This is a current ready mix concrete company's price list. It lists the cost of a yard of concrete and other concrete additives like fibermesh and accelerators.

Potential Problems When Pouring Ready-Mix Concrete in Cold Weather

Before beginning a ready-mix concrete project during a cold weather month, make sure your concrete provider is aware of these potential problems.

How to Prepare a Concrete Floor for Coatings

Believe it or not, when it comes to applying coatings to a concrete floor slab, it’s not enough just to cast your eyes on the surface – and if it looks dry – think that it’s ready. To avoid the costly problems that can happen after installing coatings, there are two crucial steps you must […]

What Makes A Ready Mix Concrete Provider's Product Better Than Others

The pros at Razorback Concrete understand the qualities that produce a superior ready mix product for commercial and residential projects.

The Top Five Coolest Concrete Buildings

At Del Zotto Products we love all things concrete. Check out our top five favorite concrete buildings from around the world by reading our article.

How to Color Concrete

Get an overview of four popular techniques for coloring concrete. Includes stains, integral pigments, color hardeners and concrete dyes.

11 Amazing Concrete Kitchen Design Ideas

Concrete gives you complete creative freedom to bring the style of your dream kitchen. Look at these 11 Amazing Concrete Kitchen Design Ideas! A traditional concrete kitchen. Via MARGAS...

Can research take the cement out of concrete?

USC Technologies in San Jose, Calif., the research development arm of U.S. Concrete, a producer of ready-mix and precast concrete in Houston, is collaborating with two universities to create "alternative supplemental cementitious materials." The research seeks to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide emissions that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions by using less cement in concrete.

Decorating: The Smooth Secrets of Polished Concrete

It may be the brutalists’ star material, but concrete can also be sensuous, tactile and truly beautiful

Do You Really Need Cement…or Do You Need Concrete?

Cement and concrete often get “mixed up” as construction terms. Knowing the difference when you call a cement supplier can save you from a costly mistake.

Concrete Connoisseurs Tweak Mixes And Methods For Highways And Bridges

Like modern chefs tweaking classic techniques, concrete industry insiders are experimenting anew with ingredients—additives and aggregates such as fly ash, slag and quarry waste—and “plating,” which includes methods such as two-lift paving and real-time smoothness monitoring. And like many chefs that emphasize food’s health aspects, concrete professionals are refocusing their goals from the strength of the material to its longevity and durability.Article Index:

Self-healing cement could transform geothermal industry

A self-healing cement developed by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory can outperform conventional concrete, offering a potentially pollution-preventing technology for the growing geothermal industry.

The 10 Chillest Bros To Have In Your Squad

Philosophers are the original tech bros

One thing tech and philosophy have in common: a toxic cult of genius.

Concrete and Masonry Aggregates! eNews from Aggtrans

Anything and everything you need to keep your site clear and free of winter weather begins with AggtransProduct SpotlightEverything ConcreteBreaking News: Aggtrans is one of the areas best sources for the construction and masonry professional, providing a complete line of aggregates and masonry materials needed to get the job done right - crushed stone, washed gravels, masonry sands and a comprehensive line of…

8 Chill Ways To Deepen Your Relationships With Your Bros

Before and After: Benefits of Home Renovation

Whether you go with a small job or a whole home remodel, the benefits of home renovation improve your structure and your lifestyle.