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June 20, 2025
Casting Concrete in the Sun: What You Need to Know
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?
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
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...

Question of the Week: How to Make a Sage Green Outdoor Concrete Table
Thinking about making a concrete outdoor table in a sage green colour? This post explores two key construction methods—Cast-In-Place vs. Precast—along with essential tips on choosing a sturdy base, preventing...

How To Create A Waterfall Edge
What is a Waterfall Edge? ChatGPT describes it as; "A design feature in concrete worktops where the surface extends vertically down the sides, creating a seamless, continuous flow from the...

Timings for mixing and pouring a Cast-In-Place Project
When it comes to casting concrete for a worktop using Cast-In-Place Mix, there are specific steps to follow to ensure a successful outcome. Here is a guide on how to...

Cast-In-Place Concrete Project From Start To Finish
Watch Chris and I make concrete countertops using our Cast-In-Place Mix for an outdoor kitchen.

Round Cut-Outs
So you have a project coming up and you have got pretty much everything squared away in your mind about how to build the moulds, but there is one sticking...

The Importance of Curing!
What is "CURING"? Curing concrete is all about creating the right environment for it to develop its full strength and durability. It's not just about drying the concrete out. Here's...