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1. C20 Concrete Mix Ratio: The Only Guide You’re Going To Need Concrete is highly adaptable. The different mixes and concentrations of ingredients can change how we use them. Also, the universality of concrete makes it ideal for domestic and commercial construction. The fact that adjusting the ratio comes with no additional cost and is easily managed adds to the benefits of this amazing material. The C20 Concrete Mix is commonly used in domestic construction, Thus there are often doubts surrounding this mix. Perhaps there’s a construction taking place on your property, and you want to find out more about this mix too. No worries, we’ve got all the information you need right here. Keep reading; you will learn everything you need to know. The Basics: What Is C20 Concrete? C20 is a name given to a concrete mix made with a certain ratio of its key ingredients, namely cement, sand or fine aggregate, and stones or coarse aggregate. The name is derived using the overall strength of the concrete 28 days after it’s cured. Is that even more confusing? Don’t worry, we’ll clarify. Once the concrete mix is made, it begins to dry almost immediately unless you keep it agitated like in a Ready Mix Truck. To measure the strength of a concrete mix ratio, it is left to cure/dry for 28 days as the ideal drying time and the strength is measured after this period.

2. So… The C20? Yes, we’re getting to it. Believe it or not, the answer is in the question itself. Before we get to the ratio, let’s find out the strength of this mix and where it gets its name from. To begin with, concrete strength is measured in either Newtons or PSI (pounds per square inch). The C20 indicates its strength in Newton. To be specific, a concrete mix labelled C20 has a strength of 20 Newtons. That’s how simple it is! The same mix will give you a strength of 2900 PSI. The Various Uses Of C20 Concrete Mix Ratio The right concrete mix for any structure is decided based on the building that is to be constructed, the area it will be built in, how it will be utilised as well as the environmental conditions of the area. The C20, while it has an impressive 2900 PSI, is considered lightweight in the world of construction. It is ideal for domestic construction as C20 needs to support neither a large and heavy building nor heavy traffic of millions of people. To give you a better idea of its strength, take a look at the following common ways where it is used. ● C20 is ideal for lightweight foundations such as driveways, sheds, grades, and even extensions. ● It is also often used as floor slabs. ● Pathways, patios, pavements and similar structures can be safely built with C20 too. Conclusion While it may appear complicated to the untrained eye, the meaning behind concrete and its labels is simple enough. Still, save yourself the trouble and not to mention time and fulfil your concrete needs from Pro-Mix Concrete, the best concrete supplier.