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Oct 29th, 2025Top Mistakes to Avoid During Exposed Aggregate InstallationConcreting is a very approachable DIY project as long as you have done your research. Here at Australian Slate-Crete Supplies, we have been helping passionate home and business owners beautify their properties with concrete for over 25 years, and this includes using aggregates. We’ve seen all the common pitfalls our customers can fall into, so […]
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Jul 30th, 2025How to Choose the Right Concrete Screed and Screed Length for Your Construction ProjectScreeding is a vital part of any concreting project, whether you’re pouring your own back patio or working on a huge warehouse floor. It allows you to create a smooth, flat and strong surface for your concrete that is free from air bubbles and won’t be prone to cracks or craters. There are many types […]
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May 30th, 2025What are the Different Types of Concrete Rakes and How are They Used?Concrete rakes are one of the first hand tools you’ll reach for after you’ve poured a batch of fresh concrete, but these are very different devices from your classic garden rake! In fact, their shape is uniquely designed to push, pull, and drag concrete easily–something that if you tried to do with a garden rake, […]
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Mar 17th, 2025Exposed Aggregate vs. Stamped Concrete: Which One is Better?Concrete can look pretty drab and dull in its natural form, but there are plenty of ways you can dress it up that also lead to a host of other benefits (like traction, durability and longevity). Exposed aggregate concrete and stamped concrete are both elevated versions that have increased aesthetic value, as well as a […]
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Feb 25th, 2025Hand Groover vs Walking Groover: Which One is Better for Your Concrete Work?Are you in charge of creating a brand-new slab of concrete? You’ll need a lot of tools and materials on hand, with one of the most important being the small but powerful concrete groover. These tools are vital when it comes to creating concrete slabs and surfaces that are durable, strong and long-lasting, and if […]
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Feb 06th, 2025What is the Purpose of a Concrete Walking Groover, and Do I Need One?When creating a fresh slab of concrete, one big thing to look out for is the formation of cracks. Cracks can weaken your concrete and make it more susceptible to coming apart, and it also becomes less safe to walk or build on if it has cracked. Luckily, there is a tool available that helps […]
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Jan 29th, 2025Top 5 Benefits of Using a Water-Based Concrete Sealer for Your ProjectKeeping your concrete driveway, garage floor or garden pathway looking good usually comes down to how you choose to protect it. Cleaning your concrete often and trying not to damage it with heavy impacts is a good place to start, but someday, something out of your control may happen, and your concrete could become stained, […]
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Nov 25th, 2024Different Types Of Concrete Screeds: What Type Of Screed Is Best?If you’ve just poured concrete onto a fresh surface, the next step will involve a screed. These long tools are a must-have if you’re undertaking a DIY concrete project or working as a professional concreter. Concrete screeds may look simple, but the role they play is an important one and there are a few different […]
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