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Concrete Grades Guide

Concrete grade is defined as the minimum compressive strength rating of a mix 28 days after it was poured. Need concrete? Call our team on 0800 859 5371  today.

What are the different Concrete grades?

There are several concrete grades, scroll down to see more details on each grade.

Concrete grades include; C7/8 Concrete, C10 Concrete, C15 Concrete, C20 Concrete, C25 Concrete, C30 Concrete, C35 Concrete and C40 Concrete.

Different construction projects will require concrete of certain strength ratings, so understanding the difference between concrete grades is key to finding the ideal mix for your specific requirements.

At Total Concrete, we supply a comprehensive range of concrete mixes across Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire, Middlesex and some London postcodes, covering all manner of construction applications. Below, we’ve highlighted just some of the different concrete grades we supply, alongside their strength ratings and their recommended uses.

Our concrete plant can produce just about every type of concrete grade, so please get in touch for more information.

See our concrete grades for commercial projects below

See our concrete grades for domestic projects below

Concrete Type: C7/8

Purpose:

Commercial Projects
Domestic Projects

Used in both domestic and commercial constructions, C7/8 is a wet, lean mix and is suitable for a range of applications including:

  • Kerbing
  • Domestic foundations
  • Cavity filling
  • Haunching

Strength:

7N

28 day strength

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Concrete Type: C10

Purpose:

Commercial Projects
Domestic Projects

A versatile mix, C10 concrete can be used for both domestic and commercial construction, and can also be used for agricultural construction jobs.

Examples of suitable applications include:

  • Foundations for steps
  • Drainage works
  • Trench filling
  • Floor blinding
  • Garden walls
  • Non-load-bearing walls

Strength:

10N

28 day strength

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Concrete Type: C15

Purpose:

Domestic Projects

This concrete mix is perfect for use on floors with no embedded metal, and is best suited to domestic construction environments. Other applications include:

  • Small walls
  • A finish for bare flooring
  • Paving
  • Paths
  • Shed foundations
  • Garden walls

Strength:

15N

28 day strength

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Concrete Type: C20

Purpose:

Commercial Projects
Domestic Projects

C20 concrete is often used for lightweight domestic and commercial construction, as well as for projects where the ground may be unstable. Because of its lightweight nature, this mix is best used for applications such as:

  • Slab foundations — for small houses garages and extensions
  • Patio paving
  • Farmyard slabs (for lightweight machinery)

Strength:

20N

28 day strength

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Concrete Type: C25

Purpose:

Commercial Projects
Domestic Projects

Used in a variety of domestic and commercial construction jobs, C25 concrete has a range of suitable applications, including:

  • Flooring
  • Foundations
  • Trench filling
  • Groundworks
  • Kerbing
  • Patio bases

Strength:

25N

28 day strength

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Concrete Type: C30

Purpose:

Commercial Projects

C30 concrete is a common commercial concrete mix typically used for outdoor projects such as pavements. This particular mix includes an additive which protects from the freeze-thaw cycle, which is why it’s so useful for construction outdoors, exposed to the elements. Other uses include:

  • House extensions
  • Paving
  • Home bases
  • Pavements
  • Driveways
  • External slabs

Strength:

30N

28 day strength

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Concrete Type: C35

Purpose:

Commercial Projects

A heavy-duty concrete mix known for its high strength and ability to support heavy loads. This makes it ideal for large scale commercial applications, including:

  • Reinforced bases for commercial buildings
  • External slabs
  • Agricultural storage areas
  • Outdoor pavings (where heavy vehicles are expected to be used often).

Strength:

35N

28 day strength

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Concrete Type: C40

Purpose:

Commercial Projects

A commercial grade concrete which is used for heavy-duty applications, C40 concrete is often used in the farming and agricultural industries.

Applications include:

  • HGV car park construction
  • Structural beams
  • Roadworks
  • Foundations for septic tanks
  • Agricultural yard construction

Strength:

40N

28 day strength

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Whatever type of concrete grade you’re after, the Total Concrete team can supply you with the ideal mix, promptly. Working with domestic, commercial and industrial clients across Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire, Middlesex and some London postcodes, we ensure a friendly, professional and efficient service every time. To find out more about our concrete grades, or to book an order, simply contact us today.

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