FAQ's
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How many plain 40kg bags of aggregate is equal to 1 cubic meter ?
Approxamitely 44 bags of 40kg will be equal to 1 cubic meter
How many 40kg bags of concrete mix will it take to cover 1 square meter with a thickness of 5cm?
5 bags will cover 1 square metre with a thickness of 5cm provided that a maximum of 4 litres water is added per bag when mixed
How much water is required when mixing a 40kg pre-mixed product?
Generally a maximum of 4 litres will be required for a good consistent mixture, less water will result in a stronger final product but is harder to work with
Why must plaster and river sand be washed?
It is washed in order to reduce the clay content in the aggregate as to reduce surface cracks during the curing process
What is MPa?
Mpa stands for megapascal, a unit of measurement that will indicate the compressive strength of concrete per unit area that concrete can withstand before cracking or failing.
What is the meaning of curing in construction?
Curing is a process whereby moisture and temperature conditions must be properly maintained following freshly placed mortar, plaster or concrete in order for it to gain strength and durability
How long does curing take?
Curing times will vary depending on the desired strengths to be achieved for example concrete generally takes up to 28 days to reach full strength
What is the weight of water in wet aggregate?
Most aggregates contain moisture however if aggregate is extremely wet a 40kg bag can retain as much as 10% or 4kg water
Are the polypropylene bags recyclable?
Yes, they are recyclable

