Lightweight concrete mix NZ
Have you ever touched a concrete material that is so light and only to find out that it is easy to move around? Today there are many types of concrete mixtures that you are unaware, and you should understand why Concrete Mix NZ offers a different kind of lightweight concrete to be used in common building materials' sewer systems, and sturdy load-bearing walls.
What is a lightweight concrete?
Lightweight concrete is a kind of mixture that is made with lightweight coarse aggregates including clay, slate, or shale materials that gives it low density. Compare to traditional concrete, lightweight concrete has high water content and that makes lightweight concrete ideal for building modern structures that require minimal cross-sections in the foundations. It is used to build sleek bases and has emerged as a capable alternative to traditional concrete.
What is a lightweight concrete?
Lightweight concrete is a kind of mixture that is made with lightweight coarse aggregates including clay, slate, or shale materials that gives it low density. Compare to traditional concrete, lightweight concrete has high water content and that makes lightweight concrete ideal for building modern structures that require minimal cross-sections in the foundations. It is used to build sleek bases and has emerged as a capable alternative to traditional concrete.
Types Of Lightweight Concrete:
There are many reasons why Concrete Mix NZ is using LWC (lightweight concrete) that is perfect for constructing additional flooring on top of the older or new structures because it reduces the risk of collapse. It can be successfully used in decks, bridges, piers, girders, precast constructions, and high-rise buildings with reduced density. Here are some of the lightweight concrete types you should know, such as
- Lightweight aggregate concrete
- Foamed or aerated concrete
- No-fines concrete
- Moderate density concrete
- Autoclave concrete