is white concrete practical in the U.K.?
Emily
6 years ago
With the snow this morning it reminds me of how much lighter it is inside the house when snow is on the ground. I’ve seen that there are white dyes available to add to concrete mix but I’m wondering how practical is a concrete patio laid with stones as shown in the picture
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PROUser
6 years agoHi Emily, my company is manufacturing concrete elements like worktops, sinks, wall pannels, tiles,
White colour is very popular among concrete, Colour doesn't affect concrete structure, so it doesn't matter if it's white or not.
Let me know if You'd like to receive some samples or quotation.
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6 years ago Emily
6 years agoThe two sides of patio face ses and wsw and are not shaded. I’m planning on having the coarse cut bricks rendered when weather is warm enough which will hopefully finish off the modernising. As you can see there is an integral sort of verandah under the main roof which we have used lots for outside sofa and dining table.
But, whilst the sett patio is very useful and really holds the heat, tbh I think they’re a bit ugly. Does anyone have any suggestions? What made me think of white concrete is I’ve really liked the snow covering the patio, but I’m open to other suggestions.
rachelmidlands
6 years agoI think the idea of white concrete would look fab in your garden. Would absolutely seal it but not sure about ongoing maintenance tho. Can definitely see a Japanese/ zen style complementing your house beautifully. My thought was to have large slabs that appear to float above a dry pea shingle kind of scree bed. With some lovely specimen plants intermingled for a flowing effect. Watching with interest:) here’s some inspo:
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