Beyond Slabs: The Many Applications Of Concrete

It’s no secret concrete companies pour slabs, but did you know we also do a lot of other cool projects? Concrete is more than just foundational; it’s an incredible, versatile material that can be used for just about any application you could dream up. From residential to commercial projects, DIY projects, or civil engineering requirements, concrete breaks the mold of building possibilities.

Read on to learn how you can leverage concrete for your next project idea, whether you need a slab, structure, or even a design element.

Things you can build with concrete

Did you know: Rome’s Pantheon was constructed with 5,000 tons of concrete? It’s been standing for 2,000 years. This implies structural durability of the material, and when done correctly, is a force to be reckoned with. 

If you want to think about going big, concrete is your ally. With it you can build:

Commercial and public works

  • Tilt-up buildings (concrete panels leaned up to form the outside of a building)

  • Bridges and roadways

  • Schools

  • Parking lots and garages

  • Parking structures

Residential

  • ICF (Insulated Concrete Forms) homes

  • Backyard patios

  • Water fountains

  • Stairways

  • Planter boxes

Specialty concretes can also be used for: 

  • Repairs (self-consolidating admix that flows through holes and complex formwork, leaving smooth surfaces in its wake) 

  • Structural integrity (fiber reinforced admix to bolster tensile strength, combating freeze-thaw cycles and crack formations)

  • Base materials (previous admix to let water flow through while recharging the underground water level). 


You can even change up your interior decorating game by incorporating concrete countertops with a custom finish into your next kitchen remodel.


And it doesn’t stay in shades of gray

While concrete’s base color is the classic Portland cement gray, you can color it whichever way you please. We have the technology to apply pigments, stains, color hardeners, or concrete dyes to give you the custom aesthetic you prefer. Check out our color charts to get those gears turning.

In a nutshell: concrete can do a lot and be customized in many ways. As you map out the year to come, let us know how we can help you mix concrete into your plans. 

Aaron Bacon