Working with concrete is something most of us will experience at one time or another when we work on our homes. It may be something as simple as a sidewalk or as complicated as footings for a foundation wall. But what exactly is "concrete"? Key Concrete Ingredients Concrete contains three basic ingredients: cement, aggregate, and water. Cement, or Portland cement, is the glue that holds everything together; a fine, dry powder that solidifies and becomes quite strong when mixed with water. The majority of concrete is the aggregate. Aggregate is...
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When you want to get your internet up and running, it pays to invest in a decent modem. For all you cable fans out there I’ve got the answer to all your connection speed woes. With this simple to follow user-friendly guide, you’ll have everything you need. So, who am I and why and I qualified to write about all this tech? Well, I’m a lifelong techie geek with a penchant for all things digital. I also know a thing or two about getting online and stopping annoying...