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Top 5 Concrete Tools for Any Construction Project, NZ

Top 5 Concrete Tools for Any Construction Project, NZ

Contractors worldwide know that concrete is a challenging material to work with. Even with years of experience, a concrete pour can turn into a disaster if there are delays or if the wrong concrete tools are used. Once it dries, concrete is an extremely dense material that requires powerful machines to cut and shape it. Here at Tradesmart, we provide concrete tools NZ-wide for every kind of concrete requirement. Whether you’re looking for a tile saw, saw blades for concrete work or concrete trowels for a smooth finish, we’ve got what you need.   Concrete Mixer When it comes to...

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Choosing the Right Concrete Saw for Your Project

Choosing the Right Concrete Saw for Your Project

What are some of the factors to consider before choosing a concrete saw? Cost, blade type, the type of job and more, all these play a role in determining the kind of saw you need. At Tradesmart, we believe that the right concrete saw can significantly boost productivity on a construction site. Whether you need help selecting a masonry saw for large scale work or a brick saw for a home project, contact our team for assistance.   Type of Saw There are many different types of concrete saws on the market, each with their own functions and features. Here...

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The Role of Concrete Screeding for a Smooth Finish

The Role of Concrete Screeding for a Smooth Finish

Whether it’s a patio, walkway or large scale concrete slab, ensuring that the surface of the concrete is flat and level takes a lot of skill and experience. After concrete is poured and before it hardens, a technique called screeding is used to create a smooth surface. In this blog, Tradesmart explains the process of screeding and why it is so important when it comes to concrete work. Contact us today for Allen magic screed products, magic screed blade options and other specialised concrete tools.    What is Concrete Screeding? Screeding is the process by which freshly poured concrete is...

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Benefit of Concrete Finishing Trowels Vs Hand Float, NZ

Benefit of Concrete Finishing Trowels Vs Hand Float, NZ

Working with concrete is challenging and requires professionals to work quickly, efficiently and apply significant skill to get the desired results. In this blog, Tradesmart discusses  hand floats and trowels, the differences between them and why trowelling is critical for high-quality concrete finishing.   What is a Hand Float? Hand floats are concrete tools that allow professionals to finish a concrete surface. The tool helps make the concrete surface smooth and is commonly used after the initial levelling of the concrete. A hand float is an effective way to level out imperfections and make the concrete more compact. Hand floats...

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Different Types of Concrete Tools and Their Uses

Different Types of Concrete Tools and Their Uses

At Tradesmart, we take pride in providing New Zealand’s contractors with a wide range of construction tools for small and large scale projects. In this blog, we write about the most popular concrete tools on the market.   Concrete Mixer A concrete mixer is a machine that allows contractors to prepare concrete mixtures. Mixers rotate slowly to mix the various components of concrete and prevent the mixture from setting too quickly. Some concrete mixers can also dispense the concrete on site. Mixers come in a variety of shapes and sizes for small and large scale applications.   Concrete Tools Bull...

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