Can You Pour Concrete in the Winter?
Construction doesn’t stop, even in winter. But, how do you go about pouring concrete in freezing weather? What precautions should…
Author: Ron
Ron is a Chemical And Process Engineering graduate from Stellenbosch University. She loves writing engineering and technology blogposts. Ron is also a Level 4 certified concrete technology expert.
Pouring Concrete in Rain
Construction never stops, and concreting in the rainy season is inevitable. What happens when it rains on freshly poured concrete,…
Thinset vs. Grout. What’s the Difference?
Thinset and grout are cementitious products used in tiling applications, but they’re not the same thing. What’s the difference, and…
Grout vs. Mortar vs. Concrete
Concrete, mortar, and grout are terms often used interchangeably, but they are not the same. While concrete is strong, mortar…
When to Use Wire Mesh in Concrete?
Wire mesh is widely used in construction projects. Why is this, and what is wire mesh? Let’s find out. What…
Tarmac vs. Asphalt. Which is Best?
Asphalt and tarmac are widely used as surfaces for driveways, pavements, and roads. We also use their names interchangeably, but…
Can You Pour Concrete Over Concrete?
Concrete slabs sometimes require refurbishment or replacement. Replacing a slab is costly and time-consuming, making it undesirable. Luckily, new concrete…
Can You Damage Concrete by Power Washing?
Power washing is a mesmerizing activity, but is it effective in cleaning concrete surfaces? Could you inadvertently damage concrete with…
Pros and Cons of Fibre Mesh Concrete
Fiber mesh concrete, or fiber reinforced concrete, is an alternative to steel-reinforced concrete. What are the advantages of fiber mesh…
Fiber Mesh Concrete – The Complete Guide
Fiber mesh concrete is a state-of-the-art alternative to the traditional wire mesh or unreinforced concrete primarily used in flooring applications….
What is Rebar Made Of?
What are the different types of rebar and what material is used for making reinforcing bars. Learn all about the rebar materials and their properties here.
Quenching
Complete guide to metal quenching process in heat treatment. Find out how and why quenching is done during hardening and the different mediums used.
Heat Treatment
Complete guide to different metal heat treatment processes and their benefits. See why you should heat treat steel and the methods of heat treatment.
Metals That Oxidize
Do you know which is the easiest metal to oxidize? All about metal oxidization and corrosion and ways to prevent it and list of metals that oxidize.
Metals That Melt And Their Properties
List of melting point of different metals and their properties. Find out which metal has the lowest melting point and what metal has the highest.
Metals That Don’t Rust
What is rust and what metals do not rust? See the corrosion-resistant metals list that and their uses. Find out which material is right for your work.
Concrete Vibrator
All about concrete vibrators. This guide explains about different types of concrete vibrating tools, machines, and motors, and the purpose of this tool.