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Posted: Fri Apr 13, 2007 7:14 pm
by DIYBODGER
Hello,
I'm attempting to convert my front lawn into a new driveway. It is about 70m2 and want to put a hard standing at the front with a path leading to my front door. The rest i will gravel.
My question is can you get coloured concrete delivered readymixed? I've seen a pure white drive can you get different colours?
Thanks
Posted: Sat Apr 14, 2007 1:04 am
by lutonlagerlout
well i am in luton mate and i have never seen it,but i am sure it must be a possibility
calling ted calling ted
regards LLL
Posted: Sat Apr 14, 2007 12:01 pm
by Tony McC
Yes: you can buy pre-coloured concrete (if you have more money than sense!)
If you call your local readymix supplier, they'll quote you for any colour you like from their stunning range of red (pink, really) or buff.
Posted: Mon Apr 23, 2007 12:04 pm
by Ted
Lafarge should be able to do it if they have a batching plant near you.
You local minimix will be less helpful.
I think that most readymix drivers don't like coloured gear in the back of their trucks.
You could float in colour hardener like PIC firms do before they texture the slab. That would be much cheaper. But you will need a bull float. I think HSS may rent them out.
Posted: Mon Apr 23, 2007 10:40 pm
by lutonlagerlout
i received my copy of "concrete at home" today ted
fascinating stuff,the guy is a genius,but i'm not sure his ideas will transport well from so-cal to so-beds
lol
LLL 