Which type of concrete is right for your home? The answer to this question can be complicated because there are many different types of concrete available–each with their own...
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Michael Selders
Dec 16, How To Use Self Leveling Concrete (Video Tutorial)
I’ll show you how to use self leveling concrete to repair, resurface and level and old concrete floor. This is a step by step guide that’ll teach you how...
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Break Tests vs the Maturity Method
Every year, contractors all over are looking to improve their concrete building practices. For many this past year, that has likely meant fine-tuning their logistics to adapt to the...
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What Gravel is Best for Driveways?
Gravel driveways are popular because they’re inexpensive, durable, and require little maintenance. You can choose from many different types, including crushed stone, pea gravel, quarry process, and more. But...
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Your Guide to the Most Common Types of Concrete
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. Michael Seldersstainedconcreteaustin.org...
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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 Michael...
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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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