Starting Solidly: Why Choose Concrete as a Building Material

Concrete is a popular building material, well-recognised by the population. The reason why it’s so popular might not be instantly apparent, however, resulting in the concrete being dismissed as a potential building material for new properties. In this article from WM Thompson & Sons Ltd, you can find out why concrete is a fantastic choice as a building material. 

Durable and Tough

One of the defining characteristics concrete is easily recognised for is its durability. Concrete can withstand different types of weather conditions, from storms to heat waves, outlasting other popular building solutions. It can resist a range of elements too, whether there is a fire in the property or local flooding. The durability means that any concrete building requires minimal repairs over time.

Stays Cool

As the days become warmer, it’s easy to wish that our buildings were made out of a cooler material. Thankfully, concrete is just that material, known for its ability to reflect sunlight rather than to absorb heat. This means the indoor space remains cooler for longer, helping to reduce the need for expensive air conditioning costs, resulting in lower bills in the summer months. 

Versatile

Concrete is a well-known material, partly because it can be seen across various industries. Concrete is commonly used as flooring material, but can also be seen being used to create art and garden pots. As a versatile material, concrete is used to create foundations for properties thanks to its durable nature. Disused concrete products can also be recycled into aggregates, and repurposed for a new life.

Visually Appealing

Brutalism is a popular form of architecture, known for its cold colours and rigid shapes. This form was popularised in the 1950s, establishing the movement going forward. The style is characterised by using unpainted surfaces, particularly concrete. You can also find geometric shapes and steel accents on brutalist buildings, creating a statement property that isn’t easily ignored.

Environmental Advantages

In our modern world, it has become increasingly important to consider how our actions and construction projects are affecting the environment. Thankfully, concrete, when used as a building material, has several environmental benefits. With its sturdiness, the lack of regular repairs prevents the need for extra materials to be produced to fix the property. Concrete can also be found locally, reducing the need for lengthy transport that costs our environment. 

Our Services

Providing quarry services across Scotland, our team at WM Thompson & Sons Ltd offers a range of concrete solutions, designed to help our customers without a detrimental impact on the environment. Whether you’re after a ready-mix concrete supplier or looking for recycled aggregates, we can support your construction project with ease.

If you’re interested in learning more about us and our quarry products, please visit our website. Alternatively, please reach out to our friendly team for further support.