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5 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Handling Ready Mix Concrete

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Publication date 14th March 2019

Mixing, laying and finishing concrete is a meticulous process that requires specific techniques and ratios. Here are 5 common mistakes to avoid when undertaking a concreting project of your own.

1. Not preparing the site

Failing to prepare your site is setting yourself up to fail. It’s imperative to compact your sub base otherwise you’ll be left with an uneven, weakened surface finish. Use the right consistency of gravel too, otherwise there could be an increased risk of weak points.

2. Not reinforcing

Concrete is strong and durable, but it can crack easily due to weak tensile strength. Reinforcing your concrete floor with steel can help to strengthen the material, whether you’re using bars, fibres or steel mesh. Be sure that you reinforce concrete when you need to, and use steel mesh intelligently, as poor shaping will affect the concrete.

3. Bad finishing work

Concrete finishing is an essential part of laying ready mix concrete. Compacting the concrete is a vital part of the process, but going over the surface of the concrete with a screed tool will also help ensure that the concrete is smooth and level.

4. Pouring in bad weather

Warm, clear days are best for pouring concrete. Extreme weather – either too hot or freezing – will likely cause the water in your concrete to freeze or evaporate too quickly, whilst rain can alter the consistency of the concrete. Taking precautions based on the weather conditions is the best way to proceed when laying concrete.

5. Badly prepared concrete mix

Preparing the perfect concrete mix is difficult, as finding the right balance of water, cement and aggregates requires patience and precision. Ordering ready mix concrete from specialists such as ourselves can ensure the premium concrete mix for your project, and will give you the perfect mix for whatever your project requires.  

Ready to tackle your next project with ease? Contact The LGW Group's concreting specialists at 0117 958 2090 today for expert advice and tailored solutions. Let’s get started!