Author Archives: GFP Cement

Concrete is used more than any other manmade material in the entire world. In the U.S., it is used in everything from highway construction (30% of all American highways are made from concrete) to the flooring in showrooms and airplane … Read More

When hiring a concrete company to complete a commercial project on your property, there are many factors to consider. Whether you need a concrete contractor for a new sidewalk, to help create an attractive driveway for your business, or even … Read More

Spring is officially here and summer isn’t far behind. With temperatures on the rise, it’s important to keep in mind the differences of pouring concrete in hot versus cold weather. Concrete poured on hot days with low humidity or high … Read More

Although it may not look it, concrete is a remarkable material. Composed of a simple mixture of aggregates and paste, the resulting product is one that can stand the test of time — hence why it’s used so heavily in … Read More

Concrete is a remarkable material. It is as strong as it is durable, capable of tolerating 3,000 psi (lbs/square inch) on average but sometimes achieving over 20,000 psi. As a result, it is often used in the foundation of buildings, … Read More

In almost no time at all, the world will be facing a population problem. With housing costs already rising to extreme heights, many are interested in an alternative solution to a massive issue. So far, the world has turned toward … Read More

Concrete is used more than any other manmade material in the entire world. The inexpensive, durable aggregate mix actually gets stronger with time, explaining why we depend on it so much as a society; any building project or construction job … Read More

Concrete is a staple of humanity’s success. We love the stuff; from roads to walls and even sculptures, concrete companies have their hands full meeting the demands of architects and building planners the world over.   Though the durable material … Read More