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Concrete Factors

Sustainable Ready Mix Concrete: Trends & Innovations 2025

27 May 2025 6 min read

Sustainable ready mix concrete? With the ever-growing focus on sustainability, you may want to know if concrete sustainability is possible. Flowmix have two plants, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire and Aldridge, Walsall. We do everything we can to…

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Concrete Factors

10 Alternative Uses for Concrete: Creative Ideas for Home

19 May 2025 7 min read

There are so many alternative uses for concrete that you might not be aware of that can add a unique touch to your home and garden. Flowmix has two concrete plants – Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire and…

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Concrete Factors

Pouring Concrete in Winter: Top Tips for a Perfect Result

13 May 2025 9 min read

Pouring concrete in winter presents unique challenges, from freezing temperatures to slower curing times. Cold weather can cause concrete to set improperly, leading to cracks, reduced strength, and long-term durability issues. Still, with the proper…

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Concrete Factors

Stop Moss And Weeds Poking Through Concrete: 5 Proven Ways

6 May 2025 9 min read

Stop moss and weeds poking through concrete, and you will prevent a lot of hassle later on trying to get on top of the problem. Are you tired of seeing moss and weeds creep through…

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Concrete Factors

Permeable Concrete: 4 Benefits & Popular Applications 2025

2 May 2025 9 min read

Permeable concrete (porous or pervious) is emerging as a sustainable and practical solution in the construction industry. Managing excess rainwater has become a pressing challenge for residential and commercial developments as the UK continues to…

Concrete Factors

Ready Mix Concrete and Liquid Screed: What’s the Difference?

28 April 2025 6 min read

Ready mix concrete and liquid screed: Knowing the difference is essential if you’re planning a home project. Though ready-mix concrete and liquid screed share foundational ingredients – aggregate, water, and cement – they’re distinct materials…

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Concrete Factors

Concrete Floor Needs Replacing? 3 Warning Signs to Watch For

22 April 2025 9 min read

Is your concrete floor looking worse for wear? Cracks, flakes, or stubborn stains might seem minor issues, but they could be signs that your concrete floor needs replacing. Ignoring these problems can lead to safety…

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Concrete Factors

Concrete Delivery: 4 Time-Saving Tips for A Smoother Project

14 April 2025 6 min read

A smooth concrete delivery will make your project plain sailing and help prevent mistakes, adding time and additional expense to your project. Concrete literally underpins our world, but unless you’re lucky enough to have a…

ready mix concrete myths
Concrete Factors

4 Ready Mix Concrete Myths Debunked

7 April 2025 8 min read

Ready mix concrete myths and misconceptions abound. We’ve heard them all and want to throw back the curtain on the facts about ready mix concrete. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or working on a professional…

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