Monthly Archives: July 2014

The Pros and Cons of Manufactured Sand

Before we get into the advantages and disadvantages of manufactured sand, what exactly is manufactured sand? Manufactured sand is sand produced by crushing rocks, quarry stones or larger aggregates pieces into sand-sized particles. Natural sand, on the other hand isRead More The Pros and Cons of Manufactured Sand

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How Important is the Surface Accuracy of Floor Bases?

Surface Accuracy Surface accuracy is defined as the relative difference in elevation over prescribed distances. In simpler terms, it is a measure of the flatness of a surface. Owing to the nature of flooring materials and the construction processes involved,Read More How Important is the Surface Accuracy of Floor Bases?

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Ready-Mix Screed or Site-Mixed Screed – the better option?

With screed failure becoming a widespread issue in the UK, contractors and builders are more cautious than ever when it comes to choosing their screed. Is ready-mixed screed – the screed batched and mixed in the factory and delivered toRead More Ready-Mix Screed or Site-Mixed Screed – the better option?

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