A Beginner’s Guide to Concrete

Concrete is one of the world’s most commonly used materials, yet many aspects about its composition remain hidden to those unfamiliar with its existence.

Strength

Concrete is a durable building material used in various projects from foundations, walls, patios and stairs to foundation repair. To measure its strength in a lab test setting using pounds per square inch (psi), with higher numbers indicating stronger concrete.

Attributes that impact concrete strength include mixing time, water content and use of admixtures designed …