If you're installing decorative concrete in your backyard and have researched the possibilities, you've probably come across different terms when it comes to colour. To help you work out the options, here is an outline of the four basic ways decorative concrete is often imbued with colour. Integral Colours Integrally coloured concrete is created by adding pigments to the cement during the mixing phase and before it's poured. Thus, the colour extends throughout the concrete, and it won't rub or flake off.
29 December 2021
Water tanks are a vital feature for a lot of Australian homes, particularly in more rural areas where water is harder to come by and every last drop counts. If you are considering installing a water tank on your property, then you no double have had to debate the idea of whether you want an above- or below-ground tank. There are quite a few noticeable differences between the two options, so don't make a hurried choice.
25 October 2021
When most homeowners think of concrete, they automatically envision bland, grey material that only offers durability as a leading advantage but this is grossly incorrect. What many people take for granted is how versatile this material is. And while it was previously utilised solely for functionality, over the years more and more people are realising how versatile it can be, from residential and commercial construction to flooring and now in landscaping!
24 May 2021
Retaining walls are a very valuable part of the layout in most peoples gardens. Slopes and sharp inclines can make gardens look very uninviting without retaining walls, but choosing the right one can be difficult as there are so many options. Traditionally, wooden retaining walls have been the most popular, but going this route is a mistake as these walls often have trouble surviving for long periods of time, even if they are chemically treated.
8 April 2021
