Basic Concrete Mix Ratio

A good basic concrete mix ratio is a 1: 2: 3 mix design (1 cement: 2 sand: 3 aggregate). There are different mix ratios and aggregate options for different types of concrete projects, but a standard 1: 2: 3 mix design would make a good mix for almost any project and will make a strong finished concrete product.

Make your own concrete mix starting with one part regular portland cement. It is often called Type G or GU (general use), or Type N (normal) in most areas. Add two parts sand. Sand for a concrete mix should be clean, free of debris and of a masonry grade (sharp sand - not tumbled). Play sand should not be used for making concrete because it has been tumbled and the jagged edges have been softened in the process. The jagged edges of sharp sand give the cement something to bind to for good adhesion.

The most common aggregate for a concrete mix design is gravel. There are many different types of concrete aggregates - gravel, perlite, pumice, vermiculite, peat moss, etc. Using aggregates like perlite or peat moss makes lightweight concrete. Whatever the aggregate is in your concrete mix, three parts of it is added to the mix.

This basic concrete mix design is a good standard mix for most concrete projects, and allows you to work on all kinds of DIY projects. It can also save money on larger projects as buying the base materials in bulk is much more cost effective than buying pre-mixed bags of concrete (with cement, sand and aggregates all measured and mixed for you) from your local hardware store or concrete supply store.

Referral links to products featured in Creating Concrete videos - As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

https://amzn.to/3VIEmDX – universal mold release

https://amzn.to/3TQ9e30 – silicone mold release

https://amzn.to/3J7Q2II – sonite sealing wax

https://amzn.to/43H3cpO – powdered concrete pigments

https://amzn.to/4cDYz3T – Quikcrete red pigment

https://amzn.to/4cIlDOK – Quikcrete brown pigment

https://amzn.to/43EuVHL – Quikcrete charcoal pigment

https://amzn.to/4cyIKeG – bulk acrylic paint set

https://amzn.to/4aB9oBU – airbrush and compressor kit

https://amzn.to/3J0MLee – Quikcrete bonding adhesive (PVA)

https://amzn.to/3xlzwlW – Quikcrete bonding adhesive 4L (PVA)

https://amzn.to/4aiGGGg – Sika acrylic fortifier 4L

https://amzn.to/3U29Y6c – high range water reducer

https://amzn.to/3vqjdUw – Drylok hydraulic cement

https://amzn.to/3J3aDhv – Bosch mortar mixing drill

https://amzn.to/4aiwQUS – 4.5" diamond cup wheel

https://amzn.to/4aisWvb – mortar mixing paddle whip

https://amzn.to/49nsDOq – Budget mortar mixer and paddle

https://amzn.to/4cFsYPi – 5 gallon mixing bucket

https://amzn.to/4ayjR1z – Sea sponge set for texturing

https://amzn.to/3xvpE96 – Masonry / grout sponges

https://amzn.to/3TGrZ8H – Marshalltown margin trowel (rubber grip)

https://amzn.to/3VEhntP – Marshalltown margin trowel (wood grip)

https://amzn.to/3xujXbx – Marshalltown point trowel (rubber grip)

https://amzn.to/3TCp9Se – Marshalltown point trowel (wood grip)

https://amzn.to/4ale5A4 – Marshalltown 12" square trowel

https://amzn.to/4aEsUNI – 16" pool trowel set

https://amzn.to/4avz2Is – fine sponge float

https://amzn.to/3TGModV – fiberglass reinforcement 3/4" strands

https://amzn.to/4cEd87w – alkalai resistant chopped glass fibers 3/4"

https://amzn.to/3J0YzNR – perlite 4 cubic foot bag (coarse)

https://amzn.to/3xiCYxI – vermiculite 4 cubic foot bag (coarse)

https://amzn.to/43H2xV8 – Aircrete FM-160 liquid foam maker

https://amzn.to/4aHPFk9 – RTV 100% silicone (10 pack)

https://amzn.to/3VKbWcS – Smooth-On Vytaflex 30 urethane rubber

https://amzn.to/3xiEhg6 – Smooth-On skin safe liquid silicone rubber

https://amzn.to/3vtmang – interlock stone mold

https://amzn.to/3VE04cj – slate texture skin

https://amzn.to/3J0QEAb – bluestone texture skin

https://amzn.to/3xmZfdR – basalt texture skin

https://amzn.to/4aFjSQE – Variable speed wet grinder step sanding kit

https://amzn.to/43I090s – 4.5 cubic foot cement barrel mixer 0.5hp

#CreatingConcrete #concretemix #cementmix #diyconcrete

Тэги:

#concrete #cement #mortar #concrete_mix #mix_design #concrete_recipe #how_to_make_concrete #how_to #portland #Portland #sand #gravel #sharp_sand #masonry_sand #general_use_cement #cement_powder #basic_mix #basic_concrete #3/4_clear #river_rock #pea_gravel #aggregate #aggregates #concrete_aggregate #how_much #Creating_Concrete

Скачать видео