Did you know?
How many of the following facts did you know?
- A square metre of concrete weighs 1,875 Kg
- Unlike most materials, concrete continues to strengthen over time
- Concrete is the second most consumed material after water
- The American Society of Civil Engineers hosts a concrete canoe contest every year, yes, concrete can float if built correctly
- Structures like the Pantheon and Colosseum still stand today thanks to Roman concrete
- Roman concrete used volcanic ash, which made it super durable—some marine concrete from Roman times is still stronger than modern mixes.
- Concrete can be poured underwater
- NASA has tested concrete in space. Lunar concrete is made out of moon dust and sulfur, no water required
- Concrete can reach up to 60 degrees Celsius, which is why lighter concrete is preferred in hotter climates
- Entire homes have been 3D printed from concrete in less than 24 hours