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Advantages of Becoming a CCMA Member
Jun 28th
The Carolinas Concrete Masonry Association (CCMA) was formed in the year 1979. It is a non-profit trading association which focuses on helping its members with economics, technical data and obtaining the highest quality masonry materials. It also helps educate the public on the advantages of using masonry, designs and codes for commercial and residential construction projects. This association is concerned with a broad range of marketing, technical and commercial research as well as government relations activities.
CCMA provides support for the enhancement of the product knowledge and industry viewpoint related to block masonry applications for concrete commercial buildings, paving and masonry More >
How To Flagstone Patio – How To Lay Flagstone
Jun 28th
Flagstone or flag is a type of flat stone usually used for paving slabs but also for making fences or roofing. Also used for making memorials or headstones in a cemetery. It is a sedimentary rock that is cut or split in layers for walkways and patios.
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How to lay flagstone is fun, and it is even doubled once you see the results of your job. There are so many ways to improve your home with flagstone patio. You may get to choose what style and what size must be installed in More >
How The Humble VW Made Me Love The Open Road
Jun 27th
I would like to share a very personal experience with you. It is a tearful tale about a hot hatch that had its beginnings in a world of genuine chamois and finished its life as a burned out wreck. Lonely and dejected, this poor car ended its mechanical life without a trace of dignity and a far cry from the plush beginnings of immaculately paved driveways and privet hedges.
In 2004 I had the utter displeasure of breaking down on the M25. My Space Wagon decided that the engine was to work no longer and promptly dropped it on the More >
Making First Impressions Count
Jun 27th
The first thing to do before putting your house on the market is preparing your house for the sale. Research figures show that when it comes to forming an impression, prospective buyers form an opinion within 30 seconds of viewing the property’s exterior. Referred to as ‘Kerb Appeal’, how the buyers initially react to the exterior can have a major impact on eventual interest. Since the exterior is the first thing a buyer will see, first impressions are very important. This relative short but critically important 30 seconds which determines the first impression could be the crucial difference for both More >
Bring Your Driveway & Garden to Life With Block Paving
Jun 27th
Bring your home to life with some stunning paving stones.
There is nothing quite like a lovely paved garden or paved driveway to add that finishing touch to a home.
Paving stones are not only aesthetically pleasing on the eye; they can also be striking and very charming.
The garden is a place of sanctuary; well at least it can be if it is renovated properly. By having paving stones built-in to your garden it will definitely add appeal and a place where you will want to congregate with friends for a BBQ or a place to spend time on your own with More >
The Concrete Facts on Cement
Jun 27th
Cement is mixed to create concrete, which is used for many purposes. It is one of the most widely used materials in the world, and is often used to pave driveways, roads, sidewalks, reinforce buildings and for various other uses in construction. Depending on the volume of cement needed, there are certain techniques to adhere to in order to produce good concrete.
We take a look at some useful hints on cement mixing using a towing mixer
First add approximately 12 liters of water, depending on the type of cement mix. Cement should go in after some of the aggregate. Work consistently More >
Sand Casting
Jun 26th
Cement is mixed to make concrete, which is utilized for many purposes. It is one of the most widely used materials in the world, and is sometimes used to pave driveways, roads, paths, brace buildings and for varied other uses in construction. Depending on the volume of cement needed, there are certain systems to stick to to produce good concrete.
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First add roughly 12 liters of water, depending on the kind of cement mix. Work constantly to the percentage of ingredients More >
Compaction device for Concrete Brick Machine
Jun 26th
A compaction device for a concrete brick machine, comprising a mold formed with cells opened at the top and at the bottom, and filled with a no-slump concrete mix. The mold freely rests either on a pallet or vibrating table, which acts as bottom wall for the mold. Compaction shoes, equal in number to the number of cells in the mold, are sized, configured and positioned above the mold so that they may snugly fit into the mold cells.
With the mold held stationary, the support table or pallet may thereafter be moved down away from the mold to allow the More >
Seven Tips for Successful Summer Garden Parties
Jun 26th
If you’re proud of your lovely garden why keep it to yourself? Show it off by inviting friends and family to a garden party. It can be the perfect setting for a relaxed lunch, a children’s birthday party, a sophisticated dinner or a lively celebration. All you need is a little imagination and planning. Follow these tips to ensure an enjoyable time for yourself and your guests:
1) Sit comfortably
Make sure everyone has somewhere to sit. If your garden furniture has spent the winter in the shed or exposed to the elements, give it a good clean. Buy or borrow more More >
Your Annual Guide to Home Maintenance
Jun 25th
Follow these helpful seasonal maintenance tips and keep any potential issues in your home at bay.
Spring
It’s planting season and this could be your first chance to get into your garden. You should consult a nursery first because what starts out as a small tree will grow! The height of a mature tree is the distance it should be planted from your home. Make sure your drainage is right. Grade your garden soil away from the home by at least a 50mm drop over the first metre. Don’t let water flood anywhere near your home’s exterior. If you More >
