A smart cement mixture that can store electrical energy and discharge it on demand could convert buildings, bridges, curb stones and even street lamps into batteries. Researchers at Lancaster ...

From countertops to fireplace surrounds, decorative contractors continue to push the limits of concrete. The beauty of decorative concrete begins with the mix design, and with several precast mixes ...

Mixing pea gravel with concrete is not only possible, it's actually beneficial for certain projects, as long as you do it correctly. Pea gravel consists of smooth, rounded stones that are typically ...

Cement is an essential component in the construction industry, and knowing how to mix it properly is crucial for any building project. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of mixing ...

This is the claim of scientists at Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) who believe their mixture could provide an effective, affordable solution to well sealing. "We have invented a very ...

Concrete is everywhere, right? We walk on it, drive on it, build our houses on it. But producing the ubiquitous construction material makes up a significant portion of global greenhouse gases that are ...

Concrete is an incredibly useful and versatile building material on which not only today’s societies, but also the ancient Roman Empire was built. To this day Roman concrete structures can be found in ...