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Before selecting the materials of your driveway, it is important to know the differences between concrete and asphalt.
Concrete and asphalt are both great materials for parking lots, driveways, and more. If you are
interested in potentially changing the parking lot at your property to concrete or asphalt, here’s
what you need to know. Today we will be discussing the core differences between concrete and
asphalt. (more…)
The importance of maintaining concrete staircases cannot be stressed enough–so how are you supposed to do that?
One of PTG Enterprises’ services includes concrete staircases, placed outdoors, usually on slopes or hills that impede a path. These staircases are tricky, because they need to comply with ADA guidelines. In addition, a staircase that is not well-maintained quickly becomes a safety hazard. The importance of maintaining concrete staircases cannot be stressed enough–so how are you supposed to do that? Read on for a few tips.
There are many ways that your concrete could become a little discolored. But did you know you can get rid of these stains simply by using items you already have in your home?
Because concrete is usually light in color, it stains pretty easily. From oil to paint, there are many ways that your concrete could become a little discolored. But did you know you can get rid of these stains simply by using items you already have in your home? Removing concrete stains doesn’t have to be an expensive, extensive chore. To discover some creative ways to remove concrete stains, read on.
Concrete actually has a rich history and some incredible properties that make it one of the most important materials of our time.
Concrete can seem pretty boring when you aren’t thinking about it too hard. Who cares? We walk on it, use it to fill our driveways, and it’s an ugly grey color. But concrete actually has a rich history and some incredible properties that make it one of the most important materials of our time. Let’s get into some reasons why concrete needs to be recognized–here are some awesome facts about this common material.
Concrete is a mixture of cement, sand, rocks, ash and water.
Have you ever wondered about the difference between cement and concrete? People often use the terms cement and concrete interchangeably, which may have led you to believe that they were the same thing. However, they are actually different substances (though there is cement in concrete). Let’s talk about the difference between concrete and cement.
When concrete is discolored or begins to crack, it needs repair.
Concrete is generally a fairly easy material to manage and care for. However, it’s important to know that you can experience big problems and major concrete repairs if your concrete was not properly laid. These common problems include discoloration, shrinkage, and scaling. Here’s a list of common concrete issues.
We’ve been telling you for months that Winter is coming and that you needed to prepare and have warned you about the dangers of de-icer. Now, Winter isn’t coming. It’s here. So, have you prepared? Are you in the process of any proactive winterizing measures? (more…)
The winter is not too kind to your concrete.
One of the biggest reasons you start to see concrete wear down during the winter is because of de-icing chemicals. De-icing chemicals are a nightmare for your concrete. Let’s take a look at how these chemicals negatively affect your concrete. (more…)
We walk, run and drive on it everyday, but have you ever though about how strong the concrete is beneath you?
Concrete strength boils down to the mix design, but what exactly makes the concrete strong and durable? Each mixture depends on its intended purpose, so different projects will require different strengths. Let’s take a look at the different strengths of concrete. (more…)
When it comes to repaving an existing parking lot (or paving a new parking lot) there are two options: asphalt and concrete. It is a hotly debated topic that has many scratching their heads. Which pavement has the most benefits? Which will last longer? Which makes the most sense for your specific job and, most importantly, your budget? Quite frankly, which pavement is the best?
“Concrete and asphalt are comparable in many ways,” said Scott Haislip, director of streets and roads with the American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA). (more…)
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