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How to Plan Your Microcement Project (Without the Guesswork) A clear, practical planning guide for homeowners and DIY renovators who want the polished concrete look without the mess, weight, or...

How Much Area Does a Microcement Kit Cover? (Updated 2025) If you’re planning a new concrete-look surface, the big question is: how far will a kit go? Because walls, floors,...

How to Care for Your Outdoor Concrete Now Summer is Over As the days get shorter and the weather turns, it’s the perfect time to think about how you protect...

How to Create a Downstand (Lip) for GFRC Concrete Worktops What is a Downstand? When casting precast concrete worktops, a downstand (or lip) is often used to create the look...

Can You Microcement Over Plasterboard? (And What About Moisture-Resistant Plasterboard in Showers?) One of the most common questions we hear is: can I apply microcement directly over plasterboard? The short...

Getting Creative with GFRC: Casting Concrete Against Wood Grain for DIY Worktops If you’ve ever admired the rich, organic lines of board-formed concrete and thought, “Could I do that on...

Casting concrete in hot weather can be tricky, as the sun's intense heat can cause premature drying, cracking, and weak spots. To ensure a smooth, durable finish, it’s essential to...

How Thick Should a Concrete Worktop Be? If you're planning to make your own concrete worktop, getting the thickness right is crucial. Go too thin and it could crack. Go...

Why Gloomy Weather Might Be the Perfect Time to Cast Concrete Outdoors If you've been holding off on starting your next concrete project using our Cast-In-Place Mix because of the...