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Cement Sand Aggregate Ratio in Concrete Mix | How to calculate?
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Concrete is a mixture of cement, sand, and aggregates. It is essential to blend these concrete mix components in the right proportions to achieve desired compressive strength. From constructing bridges and dams to building commercial and residential spaces, the correct quantity of concrete mix components is imperative to creating durable […]
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Red Soil for Gardening | Know the Pros and Cons
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Are you passionate about your kitchen garden and planning to try your hand with red clay soil? It can be a fantastic choice for your plants as long as you know how to manage it well. It is nutrient-rich soil with good moisture-holding capacity. However, it has poor drainage and […]
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Types of Sand Used in Construction | Pick the Best One
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Sand is a very basic and pivotal construction material. It provides desired strength and durability to the structures when mixed in the right proportions with coarse aggregates and cement. There are different types of sand available to us. But not every sand is suitable for every construction activity. The right […]
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Qualities of Good Aggregates for Concrete – Choose the Right One
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Aggregates are inert filler materials for making concrete mixes. They form 60-80 percent volume and 70-85 percent weight of the concrete. The chemical and physical properties of the aggregates have a great bearing on the structures they form. Their compressive strength, thermal and elastic properties, and dimensional stability are […]