What is Concrete Really?

Useful Fact 6 of 101 Reasons to Use Concrete

It is surprising how many people use and rely on the material for different things in their life without really knowing or understanding what it is made of.

• Essentially, concrete is comprised of water, an aggregate (like rock, sand and/or gravel) and Portland cement.
• Portland cement is the most common type of cement in the world and is largely what gives concrete its many excellent qualities.
• When these three materials are used in combination, you have concrete which is going to be versatile, durable and incredibly strong.