Leancrete®
Lean Low-Strength Readymix Concrete

Economical and Easy-to-Use Low-Strength Ready-Mixed Concrete

Leancrete® is a cost-effective, low-strength ready-mixed concrete mix designed for contracts or projects where compressive strength is not a key factor, but a reliable, high-quality, and easy-to-use filler material is required. Economical and versatile, Leancrete is manufactured from responsibly sourced materials and is available in a dry mix for applications such as kerb backing and bedding. When correctly specified and placed, it meets and exceeds the relevant British and European Standards.

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Benefits

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Economical Solution

Provides a cost-effective alternative to higher-grade mixes where structural strength is not required.

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Ease of Use

Simple to use and place, making it an ideal choice for domestic and non-critical applications.

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Versatility

Available as a dry mix for easy handling in applications like kerb backing and bedding.

Why Leancrete®

Leancrete® is manufactured under an independently monitored third-party quality assurance scheme in accordance with ISO 9001 and with factory environmental compliance to ISO 14001. Its quality control ensures that even for non-structural applications, the product is consistent and reliable. The mix is batched in accordance with QSRMC accreditation, giving the user peace of mind.
 

It is particularly well-suited for domestic sectors, where its ease of use and economical nature provide excellent value for money on projects such as patios or shed bases. Leancrete conforms to the requirements of European Standard BS EN 206:2013+A2:2021 and the complementary British Standards BS 8500-1:2023 and BS 8500-2:2023.

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Applications

Ideal for: 

  • Kerb Backing and Bedding: Ideal for setting and supporting pavement kerbs due to its ease of use and economical cost.
  • Mass Fill: Used for filling large voids and non-structural areas where only a mass support is required.
  • Sub Base: Excellent for a sub-base in domestic projects such as patios, driveways, or garden paths.
  • Non-Structural Fill: General use in projects with no formal strength requirements.

Specification

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Value

Product TypeLow Strength Ready-Mixed Concrete Mix
Key FeatureEconomical and easy to use
Target ApplicationContracts where strength is not a key factor
Special AvailabilityDry mix available for specific applications
SectorsDomestic and light commercial
Quality AssuranceISO 9001 and ISO 14001 compliance, QSRMC accredited batching
Manufacturing StandardConforms to BS EN 206:2013+A2:2021 and BS 8500-1/2:2023

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