Researchers made crack-resistant concrete using fibers from cheap carpet scraps
Researchers have found a way to use waste carpet fibers to create stronger and more durable crack-resistant concrete.
Carpet waste makes concrete crack-proof, boosts strength by 40% — Aussie engineers
RMIT University in Australia has discovered this new way to turn waste carpet fibers into a key component for crack-resistant ...
Ask the Builder: Different ways to patch a concrete crack
I have 30 years of experience listening to the sorrowful lamentations from homeowners just like you that hired a contractor ...
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Carpet fibers can stop concrete cracking
Engineers in Australia have found a way to make stronger and crack-resistant concrete with scrap carpet fibers, rolling out ...
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Carpet fibers stop concrete cracking
Engineers have found a way to make stronger and crack-resistant concrete with scrap carpet fibers, rolling out the red carpet for sustainability in the construction sector. Engineers in Australia have ...
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RMIT engineers find carpet fibres stop concrete cracking
Engineers in Australia have found a way to make stronger and crack-resistant concrete with scrap carpet fibres, rolling out ...
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Ask the Builder: Different ways to patch a concrete crack
How many ways can you think of to patch a foundation crack? Here are a few: • Get a tube of concrete crack caulk at a local hardware store. • Purchase a small tub of pre-mixed concrete patch ...
Carpet fibers used by Australian researchers to make stronger concrete
Australian researchers have found a way to make stronger and crack-resistant concrete using scrap carpet fibers in a breakthrough for sustainable cons ...
The secrets to fixing damaged concrete
Mix up the secret ingredient: cement paint. Cement paint is made by mixing pure Portland cement with clear, cold water. (Add enough water to make a mix that has the consistency of warm gravy.) If the ...