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Installation |
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Day
one
Let
the digging commence: Our first task upon arrival on site is to
fully excavate the site. This will either be a manual operation
or heavy plant and machinery may be used, depending on the size
of the task in hand. The site is then dug out to a depth 4-8"
allowing for 4" concrete and the necessary sub-base. Finally
the site is compacted and the shuttering put in place to determine
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Day
Two
The
pouring: At this stage the project really begins to take shape.
The wet concrete is delivered from a ready-mix concrete lorry
into wheel-barrows or a dumper. It is then layed and levelled
ensuring that all future rainwater will fall off leaving no puddles.
The surface is then completely smoothed off and a dry colour hardener
(base colour) scattered over the top. This colour is then floated
in using trowels. The secondary release-agent colour(chalk-based)
is then applied. The textured and patterning mats are then stamped
in all over the area.(the chalk prevents sticking).
The
main stage is now over.
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Day
3 |
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The Finish:
This stage will be done over 1 or 2 days depending on the time
of year and weather conditions. Firstly, the crack control joints
are cut in to a depth of an inch approx.
The site
is then completely pressure-washed as are the surroundings.
The crack control joints are then filled with mastic. When completely
dry the area is sealed, which immediately enhances the look
and protects it for years to come.
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| Site
designed and developed by Gamashack |
Unit
14A, Belle Green Industrial Estate, Belle Green Lane, Wigan, WN2
2EP |