Can Knotweed Grow Through Concrete?

can japanese knotweed grow through concrete?

Weeds are invasive at the best of times. They can work their way through the tiniest cracks. This is usually not a problem, but Japanese Knotweed is a bit different. Japanese knotweed can be hugely disruptive, and can cause all sorts of problems for structures, but is it true that can knotweed grow through concrete? … Read more

Can You Pour a Concrete Slab Over Grass?

concrete slab over grass

Are you considering laying a patio for a shed or walkway that you’ve always wanted to make your outdoor space more practical and reduce the amount of mowing required in your backyard? Inexpensive, versatile and easy to pour, concrete will last you for many years and is low maintenance. But can you pour a concrete … Read more

Do I Need a Permit to Build a Concrete Patio?

brushed concrete patio

So, you’ve decided you want to build yourself a great new concrete patio. You’re starting to get excited. Then someone says those dreaded words, ‘do you need a permit to build a concrete patio?’ Usually, this is the point where everyone looks at each other blankly and someone brings up Google on their phone. Sound … Read more

Aluminium Formwork: The Complete Guide to Using Aluminium Concrete Shuttering

The Aluminium Formwork System was invented in 1990 by a Malaysian Company called Mivan, which is still one of today’s leading aluminium formwork manufacturers. Hence, the system is sometimes referred to as Mivan Shuttering. Aluminium Formwork System allows the casting of entire slabs and columns all at once, making the unit a composite structure. Difference … Read more

Micro Cement: The Ultimate Guide to its Benefits and Uses

Micro cement (or Micro Concrete) is a relatively new finishing method that an increasing number of people are using in their interior designs. The main benefits of it are that it allows you to create a beautiful concrete finish to surfaces that wouldn’t usually be able to support this type of finish. It’s also much easier and cheaper than a full concrete finish. 

In order to determine if this could be a viable solution for your next project, we’ve put together this in-depth guide. 

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