Perfect Summer Projects with Concrete

Perfect Summer Projects with Concrete Summer fun is built on a concrete foundation! 1. In-ground swimming pool 3. Patio 2. Fire pit 4. Outdoor kitchen and seating area 4 1 Check these concrete projects off your summer home improvement list: X Install a paved driveway Add sidewalks or walkways X Upgrade outdoor areas with colored concrete Replace your outdated kitchen countertop with a modern concrete option Concrete FAQS: What mixes are available? Concrete Mix A • 1" rock/gravel – Dumped out of truck • 3/8" rock/pea gravel – Pumped Concrete : Mix B How strong should my concrete be? • Depends on project • 2000 psi typical for non-load-bearing projects like patios and walkways • 2500-3000 psi for driveways How much do I need? • Measure yardage of project area • Ask concrete supplier to calculate volume Get a little extra to be safe Should I get the concrete pumped or dumped? • Depends on project type and location • If dump truck can't get within 12 feet, a pump or wheelbarrow is required How do I finish my concrete surface? • Must be cured to prevent water damage • You can add stealth fibers to concrete mix to reduce cracking Provided by: A' READY MIX www.readymixconcretesfbayarea.com Sources: http://www.alreadymix.net/FAQ-s.html http://www.prweb.com/releases/concrete/patiodesigns/prweb9777425.htm http://www.homerepairworkshop.com/?welcome/index/concrete-masonry/tips-for-workin g-andfinishing-concrete/06-08