Concrete is an integral part of the modern world. It’s used to build everything from sidewalks and driveways to skyscrapers and dams, but many people are unaware of just...
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The Dangers of Choosing the Cheaper Option When it Comes to Precast Concrete
Choosing the cheaper option when buying anything is always tempting, but when it comes to precast concrete, this is a dangerous mistake. There are many ways that shortcutting precast...
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Oct 29, How Long it Takes Concrete To “DRY” – Is It 1 Day or 28 Days?
Concrete typically takes between 1 – 2 days to dry before walking on and 7 days before driving on. Concrete is fully cured after 28 days....
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Oct 26, 10′ X 10′ Slab – How Many Bags of Concrete Do I Need? Easy Answer
For a 10′ x 10′ slab that’s 4″ thick you’ll need 56 bags of 80lb concrete. For a 6″ thick slab you’ll need 84 bags of 80lb concrete.Did you...
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Oct 25, How Many Bags Of Concrete Are On A Pallet? (50, 60, 80 lb. Guide)
This guide will tell you how many 50 lb., 60 lb., and 80 lb. bags of concrete come on a pallet. Did you miss our previous article… https://stainedconcreteaustin.org/?p=1332...
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Interview: What Building Sustainably Looks Like for Concrete Structures and How to Achieve It
Building sustainably: there are many ways to go about it. (We’ve even discussed some ourselves right here on this blog!) But naturally, you might wonder which way is best...
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What Is the Maturity Method?
Over the past year or so, you’ve gotten to learn about our latest product, the Maturix Smart Concrete Sensors, and the benefits they offer. Throughout it all, you’ve probably...
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Reducing the Risk of Hot Weather Concreting with Maturix® Sensors
As summer approaches us here at Kryton in Canada, we know that many of you will be planning your hot weather concreting. While the weather can be a joy...
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Interview: Why Maturix® Is Contractor Kruse Smith’s Chosen Concrete Sensor
Providing the best results for clients: that’s what most contractors strive for. And Kruse Smith is no different. That’s why the Norwegian contractor has recently started digitalizing their work...
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Choosing a Waterproofing Strategy for Below Grade Applications: A Fourth Alternative
Considering the right waterproofing strategy from the design stage is crucial for the success of below grade projects. However, there is no one right answer. So when faced with...
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