About UHPC GFRC (The Concrete)
Traditional concrete uses rocks and sand "glued" together using cement to create foundations or slabs. That is poured over steel rebar to reinforce the tensile portion of the concrete, to make it less brittle and prevent structural cracking. The strength of that is roughly 3500psi, and is just about the cheapest way of making a foundation.
GFRC stands for glass fiber reinforced concrete. This replaces rebar with glass fibers that form a structural matrix throughout the concrete to improve its strength and weight.
UHPC stands for ultra high performance concrete. UHPC typically removes the rocks (rough aggregate) from standard concrete, and uses finer mesh sands to make a denser structure. It frequently uses pozzolans (cement additives) as well to help with this strength and density.
The mix I use for my pieces is a UHPC GFRC, combining both of these technologies listed above. This creates concrete that performs up to 20,000psi compared to the typical 3,500psi of traditional concrete. This allows for projects as thin as 1/2". For reference a driveway is typically 4-6". The density makes for a stain resistant surface, further enhanced by the sealer. The sealer used is also a penetrating style, that converts the top layer of concrete into an almost glass like finish.
Nobody else in NWA is making concrete like this. I would be happy to send a sample to anyone curious.
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We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return. (Custom projects excluded)
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, you can contact us at copaceticconstructs@gmail.com.
If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
You can always contact us for any return question at copaceticconstructs@gmail.com.
Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.
Exceptions / non-returnable items
Certain types of items cannot be returned, like perishable goods (such as food, flowers, or plants), custom products (such as special orders or personalized items), and personal care goods (such as beauty products). We also do not accept returns for hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards.
Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.
European Union 14 day cooling off period
Notwithstanding the above, if the merchandise is being shipped into the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return your order within 14 days, for any reason and without a justification. As above, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at copaceticconstructs@gmail.com.