Glass panel railing systems can create a modern look to your patio or deck while opening view and space. While glass deck railings are visually appealing and durable, it is not always a match for every outdoor living space. It is important therefore to examine the pros and cons of installing a glass deck railing. […]
As with any industry, concrete construction continues to find new ways in which to improve its methods as well as the materials used. In Singapore at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) – JTC Industrial Infrastructure Innovation Centre, scientists say they have created a bendable concrete that will not only bend under pressure but also will require less […]
Brace yourselves! A heat wave is coming and will be sticking around in Toronto and the local area until Saturday. It is especially important during this time for anyone working out in the field to remember to drink plenty of water and to take other precautionary measures to ensure they do not overheat. For more tips, be […]
With summer in full swing, many people are out travelling abroad to foreign countries. One such place that people may find themselves visiting is Rome but what they might not notice or even ignore is the concrete used in various ancient structures and roadways. While most concrete will yield to the elements after as little […]
As many people drive by in construction zones, it seems that concrete work is underway almost all year round. In fact, many will jokingly say that Canada has only two seasons; winter and construction, but the truth is that it is far more complicated than that. In today’s blog, we will be taking a look […]
The words ‘eco’ and ‘environmentally friendly’ are thrown around quite often in many industries and are seen as one of the pinnacles a product or service should aspire to be. It is no surprise then that over the years, the quest for eco-friendly concrete has ensued and continues to be a strong topic in the […]
Finding a reliable contractor for any job around the house can be a tedious undertaking and often times leaves a homeowner wondering if in the end they have made the right decision. In today’s blog, we will take a look at some of the red flags you should look out for when hiring someone for […]
It’s that time of year again. T-shirts, summer dresses and shorts come out of long forgotten drawers in the dresser along with flip-flops and sandals. Dress codes change as do the winter days into spring. In some jobs such as construction work, certain safety measures need to be taken and some things like being in […]
You may or may not have noticed some white stains that will form over time on your stamped concrete and ask yourself where it comes from. While this could very well be a problem with the sealer, referred to as sealer diffusion, where the sealer lifts from the concrete, it could also be something else […]
The Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO), has enforced load restrictions until May 1st. These load restrictions happen in the spring in order to prevent more damage from being caused to pavement due to the thaw. While load restrictions will inevitably cause delays in projects, rest assured that Groupa Concrete will continue to keep you up […]