Laying foundations? Constructing a swimming pool? Or building a new conservatory? Whatever your task, it’s almost a certainty that you’ll need concrete at some point during the build. Concrete is a material widely used throughout the construction industry, and when you consider the numerous benefits attached to this highly versatile material, it’s no surprise as to why. However, with project deadlines getting shorter, and the cost of labour continually rising, it’s no wonder that many are turning to ready mix concrete. As with concrete, ready mix concrete has many benefits that we, as professional suppliers of ready mix Hemel Hempstead, have become very familiar with.

Specialising in the manufacture and supply of ready mix concrete, we at Base Concrete have become accustomed to the numerous benefits associated with using ready mix. To give you an insight into what these might be, we have listed a few of them below.

Reduced Manual Labour

With traditional concrete you need to have a builder who has experience mixing concrete to an exact formula. This is a very labour intensive task, and distracts the person in question away from more important projects that need to be completed. Ready mix concrete removes the need for this person, freeing up an extra pair of hands. It also speeds up the entire process, as you can select a specific date and time for the ready mix to be delivered, ensuring that you receive concrete exactly when you need it.

Specialist Mixes

Whether your task is to build concrete swimming pools High Wycombe or you are laying a concrete floor in an agricultural building, you’ll probably need a specific type of concrete that needs to be mixed to instruction. Base Concrete delivers an assortment of ready mix concretes all to high quality standards which ensures that a durable and professional finish to your project.

There’s no need to waste time as ready mix Hemel Hempstead can be delivered straight to site, all you have to do is get in touch with us here at Base Concrete.

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Using floor screed is the best way to achieve a smooth, flat and durable surface for any floor, and ensuring that the right mix is chosen for your requirements in the design process is paramount. Here at Base Concrete, we have been providing both trade and DIY customers with high-quality screed Hemel Hempstead and the surrounding areas for many years, providing us with an extensive knowledge of what mixes will suit your own specific project.

Floor Screed itself is a mixture made from a combination of cement and sharp sand that when laid creates a faultlessly smooth surface, and a clean and clear blank canvas to begin work on top of. This makes it the perfect solution if you need to even out the surfaces in a room before investing in luxury new flooring London, or for the essential foundations to set when creating a whole new building/extension.

While floor screed comes with many great benefits, it is important to source it from a company that supplies a high-quality mix to make sure the screed is safe as well as smooth. You can be sure of this with us here at Base Concrete because our floor screed is:

-    Available in a variety of mixes to suit your project
-    Competitively priced
-    Able to be layered on top of insulation
-    Able to be layered on top of underfloor heating

The other great thing about our screed service is that we will deliver it to you in trucks that are smaller than those used by other concrete companies, meaning that we are ideal for sites with tighter access or if you only require a small quantity of screed Hemel Hempstead. However, if you do in fact require a larger quantity, we can provide a variety that is parallel to our mixes, and are able to use a larger lorry to transport the required amount. In answer to the question ‘What is floor screed?’, we can guarantee that floor screed from Base Concrete is smooth, safe, easily delivered and adaptable to your needs.

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When you are completing a construction project or DIY job, concrete is one of the essential materials you are likely to need. Offering unrivalled durability and strength, concrete can be effectively used for a variety of applications from foundations to floors. When you are looking for a professional firm to supply the very best ready mix concrete Luton, make Base Concrete your first choice for high-quality materials at affordable prices.

The hard-wearing nature of concrete makes it ideal for use in a range of environments. A perfect blend of aggregate and cement combines to make a material which can endure years of wear and tear without losing its strength. Read on for more information on the different kinds of ready mix concrete Luton we offer.

GEN 1 Mix

This is a basic foundation mix which is commonly used in footings. It has a minimum cement content of 175kg/m3, which makes it strong, yet ideal for lighter uses.

GEN 3 Mix

Ideal for foundations or floors, this mix can give you a level, hard-wearing base for a construction or renovation. If you are completing a new garden design, this mix can also be used for shed bases or footpaths.

P300 Mix and C30 Mix

Both of these mixes are perfect for creating a new driveway at your property, or for firm flooring in a garage conversion.

FND2 Class 2

This concrete is designed to be laid on sulphate soils or clay surfaces, and can resist any damage that sulphates may cause to concrete, helping to ensure your concrete is always in the best condition.

C45 and C40

For use in an agricultural environment, these concrete mixes can withstand the heavy footfall of animals to minimise any potential damage to your farmyard. These mixes are also ideal for road ways which will undergo heavy traffic.

The secret to successful concrete is careful mixing, and many years of experience have made Base Concrete the experts in the fine art of ready mix concrete Luton. When you are looking for an established company to provide high quality concrete, look no further than our specialist team.

Planning a large construction job but concerned about how you’re going to get the large amount of concrete on site without large expenses or labour time being used up? Our team here at Base Concrete can help. Not only can we supply you with a range of concrete mixes to suit your specific needs and requirements, no matter how large or small, but we’re also able to ensure that the concrete reaches its intended destination on time. This is made possible by our dedication to providing the best service to our customers, and through the use of our concrete pumps Luton to transport the goods.

How Does it Work?

At first glance a concrete line pump may look complicated or it may seem as though the concrete won’t be able to pass through; however the mechanisms involved are relatively simple and easy to use.

The main components of a line pump, along with the tubes are the diesel powered engine which is attached to the back of the cement truck and a large worm gear which is at the centre of a funnel. The diesel engine controls the worm gear and pushes the cement down the line to its destination.

Why Use a Pump?

Although our friendly and reliable team have no objection to waiting on site whilst you and your team transport the concrete we deliver via whatever means possible, we believe that the use of concrete pumps is beneficial for all parties concerned.

The main advantage of using a concrete pump on your site is that it cuts down on the time being used to transport the concrete from the location it’s delivered to, to where it is required on site; meaning your team can continue with other jobs at hand, such as fitting the garage doors Luton, or any other tasks which are on the ‘to do’ list. Our 70 metre, easy to manoeuvre line pumps also enable even the largest amount of concrete to be delivered to construction sites with limited or tight access.

If you’d like more information on how our concrete pumps Luton can help your construction job finish on time or for a quote for our services, contact our team today on 01442 389105.

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For many enthusiastic DIYers and homeowners, it can be difficult trying to discern the difference between floor screed and concrete. If you are not in the construction industry, it’s not surprising that you wouldn’t know the dissimilarity between these two materials. To ensure you have the right product for your project, the professional suppliers here at Base Concrete have compiled a brief guide to outline the differences of concrete and floor screed Luton.

The Mixture

Both concrete and screed are typically used in the construction industry, and it is this which makes it hard for homeowners to discern the disparities.

Concrete, unlike screed is mixed with a mixture of hard-core aggregates which is one of the key reasons why it is so strong and durable. Screed on the other hand, is smooth as it is devoid of any aggregates.  The difference in their composition, means that their appearance and various uses are very diverse. Screed is very smooth whilst concrete isn’t.

Typical Uses

Screed is commonly used as a finishing product. On hard floors you generally will layer the screed over the surface to create a flush and smooth surface that is ideal for internal use.

Concrete on the other hand is used throughout the construction process, but generally isn’t used as a finishing product due to its coarser structure.

Method of Application

Screed is often applied with a trowel and can be completed by your average homeowner without any prior skill or experience. Concrete on the other hand does require specialist equipment, that many homeowners would need to find an equipment hire Oxford company to complete.

If you would like further information or advice on the type of concrete and floor screed Luton you will need for your project, do not hesitate to get in touch with the team here at Base Concrete. We are always happy to help our customers, and you can contact us on 01442 389 105.

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Concrete is one of most widely used materials in the construction industry, and its development from being mixed on site to concrete mixed off site has significantly changed the construction industry. As with many products, readymix concrete Luton arose due to a demand in the market. The history behind readymix concrete isn’t widely known, however due to our professional status as a quality producer and supplier of readymix concrete, we at Base Concrete have a thorough understanding of the history behind this useful product.

The Beginning

Readymix concrete was first patented by the German architect Jurgen Heinrich Magens in 1903. Although he developed the concept of concrete being mixed off site and transported, the notion could not be fully realised until 1907 when the transportation method had been developed. Jurgen Heinrich Magens realised that by cooling and vibrating the concrete, the concrete mix could be transported for a prolonged period of time.

The Development

Despite this discovery, attempts to supply the building trade did not take off until the late 1920’s.  This was successfully achieved by the new range of used trucks which were fitted with a drum to move the concrete during transportation.

The first readymix company to set up in the UK took place in 1930, and it was only later on in the 1960’s that a successful network of concrete firms had established themselves in the construction industry.

Today

In today’s construction market, readymix concrete is used on a daily basis. The professional services of Base Concrete are used for the specialist and quality concrete mixes which are produced. For construction companies, readymix concrete reduces labour costs and increases the amount of space they have on-site. All this has led to readymix concrete becoming exceptionally popular within today’s industry.

If you would like more information on readymix concrete Luton then please contact Base Concrete today. We are able to offer quality concrete mixes which we deliver on the selected date you choose. Phone us on 01442 389 105 for more information.

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If you’re planning a new construction project, you’ll need to decide on what type of concrete to use before beginning any work. If this is your first time undertaking any building work, you may be unsure of whether to use readymix or site mix, as both have their differences. As expert suppliers of concrete, we at Base Concrete are able to take you through the benefits which our excellent readymix concrete Luton provides, helping you to make your decision.

Site mixes can produce great results, but our readymixes work just as well and come with a range of other benefits too. Let’s take a look at some of these:

Quick and Easy

Many builders in need of concrete don’t have the time to mix this on site. With other materials to prepare, it’s often too time consuming to attempt to prepare the mix on the go. Having readymix sent to you will eliminate this convenience, meaning that you’ll have more time to spend concentrating with the actual building work itself.

Prepared for you

We prepare our readymix to a set recipe, to give you the best possible mix for your specific job. We provide a range of different mixes, which can be seen on the ‘concrete mixes’ page of our website, and are happy to help you choose the best readymix if you are unsure which will provide the best results. Through preparing large batches of mix, we are able to make sure that each ingredient is precisely measured and mixed.

Delivered Directly

We are able to deliver all of our concrete mixes within a 15 mile radius of the Hemel Hempstead area, enabling all builders and DIY enthusiasts to have an ideal mix prepared and sent directly to them. We have a fleet of lorries which range in size, which allow us to transport both small and large quantities of concrete, and can also provide a pump if the concrete needs to be moved to a hard to reach area.

Make sure you’re fully prepared for the construction work by making sure you have somewhere to place all waste. Skip hire Milton Keynes could be valuable for those knowing they will need a large place to store all unwanted or discarded materials. To take advantage of our excellent readymix concrete Luton, contact a member of our team today.

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It doesn’t matter whether you’re a professional builder or budding DIY-er, the quality of your finished flooring project will greatly depend on the time you have taken to first create the ideal surface for the flooring to rest upon. The best way to do this is to choose the right floor screed, but with so many different types, how will you know which one to choose? Here at Base Concrete, we can provide all the information about floor screed Luton you need to make the best decision.

It’s important to use high quality screed if you are looking to achieve the smoothest and flattest surface. We have perfected the mixture of floor screeds which we are able to provide, enabling you to take advantage of the fantastic results which our screed offers.

The type of screed which you require will depend on the type of project which you intend to carry out. Traditional floor screeds generally consist of sand and cement mixed together in varying quantities. Three main traditional screed systems are available, which include partially bonded, unbonded and floating screeds. You’ll need to assess your project first, to decide which will provide the best outcome. Different screeds also have various drying and setting times, so it’s advisable to also consider this when looking for the right type of screed for you.

Here at Base Concrete, we are able to produce floor screed in all different quantities, so that you can be free to carry out all the work you need to, as we’ll be on hand to provide the right materials throughout the project.

If you’re working on a larger project, it might be helpful to look at hiring specialist equipment, such as mini digger hire Reading, to make sure you’re able to carry out the work in the easiest and most efficient manner. Either way, finding the right screed won’t be a problem as we can provide everything you need.

If you would like more information or advice on the types of floor screed Luton which we’re able to provide, don’t hesitate to get in touch with one of our knowledgeable and helpful staff today.

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As the economic environment within the UK begins to stabilise, the construction trade is slowly beginning to pick up and new builds are being built in many towns and cities throughout the country. One material that all these construction sites will require, both for the foundations of buildings and during various stages of the build is that of concrete. Unfortunately as anyone who works within the building industry will be able to testify, the mixing and movement of large quantities of concrete can be a time consuming and back breaking job. This is where the concrete pumps Luton supplied by our team at Base Concrete can come in handy.

Our team have been providing a range of concrete services to various domestic and commercial customers throughout the Luton and Hemel Hempstead area, and through our experience within the industry – along with the feedback we’ve received from our previous clients – we’ve found that concrete pumps can provide many benefits to construction jobs of all shapes and sizes.

Saves Time:

With the assistance of a concrete pump, the time spent on site waiting for concrete to be mixed and arrive in its required location can dramatically decrease. There’s no need for all personnel to be drafted in to transport the concrete from the drop off/mixing area, through to the area of the site it’s required; instead a pump can take the product directly there.

Time is also saved as there’s less of the site to prepare to ensure that concrete vehicles can get to the desired location.

Productivity:

As there’s no need for everyone to pick up a wheelbarrow and shovel to get the concrete to the desired location, as the concrete is being pumped your staff can be carrying out other jobs to ensure that the build is completed on time and within budget.

Here at Base Concrete, we’re able to provide concrete pumps Luton which carry seventy-metres of line, making them ideal for sites of any size. If you’d like to take advantage of our concrete pumps or any of our other concrete services, contact us via 01442 389 105.

The many uses of concrete make it an invaluable resource for construction sites, especially readymix concrete Luton. At Base Concrete we appreciate the numerous benefits that readymix concrete can offer construction companies. Our readymix concrete is created according to set formulae; ensuring that a specific and high quality concrete is produced. We can do any concrete mixture that you ask us to, so that you don’t need to spend the extra money hiring an extra pair of hands to mix the concrete onsite.

At Base Concrete we have a vast amount of experience in concrete and as such we understand what the best concrete is for any specific job. All concretes mixes have advantages and disadvantages, and as such they all have different uses.

Foundations and Footings:

If you need a concrete mix which is ideal for laying foundations or footings to a building then we would recommend our Gen1 concrete mix. Our concrete readymix is done to a specific formula which ensures that the concrete is mixed with precision and accuracy. The footings are important to ensure structural integrity of the final building. Mixing on site could result in construction weaknesses if the mixture is composed inaccurately.

Driveways:

If you need a mixture that will withstand heavy traffic on driveways or roadways then you need the C35 Mix. This has been incorporated with fibres which strengthens the mixture to ensure that it can withstand heavier and regular road traffic.

Agricultural Sites:

Agricultural sites need stronger concrete mixes as the concrete needs to withstand heavy machinery operation and animal urine. Animal urine can affect the strength of some concrete mixes as the urine erodes the concrete after a prolonged period of time. A C40 concrete mix has fibres embedded into the mixture to add strength and durability.

If you need a specific readymix concrete Luton then contact the helpful team at Base Concrete. Our friendly team have an abundance of experience and knowledge to help you choose a readymix for your job. We have the experience to mix up any concrete to specification. To get in touch please call on 01442 389 105.