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The Importance Of Using A Concrete Calculator For Your Next Project
by TRP Ready Mix on July 24, 2016
Have you decided to use ready mixed concrete for your next big renovation project? It’s easy to see why! Ready mixed concrete is professionally mixed and prepared, and often delivered directly to your construction site. It eliminates the need to buy additional supplies to mix the messy concrete yourself, and saves time and money, making […]
Read MoreWhat’s the Difference Between Ancient and Ready Mixed Concrete?
by TRP Ready Mix on July 21, 2016
Concrete is a building material with a very long history. Apart from today’s tools, such as concrete calculators, there are many similarities between the two types of concrete. Listed below are several interesting comparisons between Roman and ready mixed concrete. They Have the Same Composition Concrete is made of three elements: a binder, an aggregate, […]
Read MoreDIY Concrete Ready Mixed Valentine’s Day Gifts
by TRP Ready Mix on July 18, 2016
Valentine’s Day is all about the ones we love. Whether you’re writing love letters to your sweetie or spoiling your kids with treats, giving gifts for this occasion should come from the heart. What better way to say I love you than to gift something homemade that you crafted with your own two hands. These […]
Read MoreWinterize and Love Your Home
by TRP Ready Mix on July 15, 2016
As the seasons change, we adapt to appreciate what nature offers us. Winter creeps up on us before we even know it. Our windows frame the beautiful white Winterland outside; we relish in the sights. We take pleasure in warming up upon entering from the outdoors. It is during the winter time that we hibernate […]
Read MoreDIY Ready Mixed Concrete Gift Ideas
by TRP Ready Mix on July 12, 2016
Tis the season for giving – and for some, crafting! With busy shopping malls and pricy holiday bills, why not opt for a thoughtful and memorable DIY project to create something for everyone special on your list. Ready mixed concrete is the perfect base to make dozens of creative gifts. Here are three projects featuring […]
Read MoreThings to Consider When Ordering Concrete
by TRP Ready Mix on July 9, 2016
Are you curious about using concrete for your next home improvement project? Whether you are building a driveway, patio, a new garage floor or stairs, it can be intimidating to order concrete for the first time. Don’t worry! A bit of basic knowledge, like learning how to use a concrete calculator, can boost your confidence […]
Read MoreDIY Ready Mixed Concrete Projects: Tips To Make It Unique
by TRP Ready Mix on July 6, 2016
There’s nothing like the feeling of taking on a do-it-yourself project and really knocking it out of the park. When guests ooh and aah over something you made with your own two hands, it not only makes you feel proud, but it gives you the right to brag about it. Believe it or not, one […]
Read MoreThree Tips For Laying Ready Mixed Concrete In The Cold
by TRP Ready Mix on July 3, 2016
As the leaves fall and the cold weather creeps up on us, many homeowners often ask themselves: ”Is it too late to complete my concrete ready mix project ?”. Concrete professionals will tell you: it’s not too late! On the contrary: concrete construction projects can be completed year-round, as long as you follow certain guidelines […]
Read MoreWinter Maintenance: How to Care For Your Concrete Driveway or Patio
by TRP Ready Mix on June 30, 2016
Anyone’s who’s ever spent a winter in Ottawa knows that the weather can be harsh. With the constant below-freezing temperatures, the massive amounts of snow and the icy conditions, the weather can take a toll on everything and anything, including your outdoor concrete areas like your driveway or patio. That’s why it’s so important to […]
Read MoreCalculate the Amount of Concrete you Will Need
by TRP Ready Mix on June 27, 2016
Are you a contractor working on a project that will need ready mix concrete? Are you unsure about how much concrete to order from your concrete contractors? To make it easier for their customers to estimate the amount of concrete they will need for a project, many concrete contractors offer a concrete calculator on their […]
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