Concrete Arches For Your Premises

Concrete arches are used in many different applications and are being used more often. They are used on sidewalks, streets, alleys and other public structures that require retaining walls. For homes, they provide more design options, too. In the following article, we will take a look at concrete arches residential uses, and how they can be incorporated into your landscape design.

One application that we will explore is concrete arches for sidewalks and other public structures. Often the cheapest option for a retaining wall, a sidewalk or street crossing, the use of concrete arches can make this possible. With precast concrete arches, an arched concrete curb stream can be easily traversed by one arch section. This saves the cost of having two separate concrete beams. When the concrete is poured at the factory, the concrete arches are assembled at the site and fastened to the structure by steel ties and bracers.

Design 

To design the concrete arches to your exact specifications, there are several things to keep in mind. First, it is important to get the exact size you need for the space you are going to cover. The cost varies greatly by the size of each arch. Larger concrete blocks may require more materials to complete the job, so it is important to know exactly what is required. If the concrete arches require welding or bolting, the cost goes up exponentially.

Brick Arches

Brick arches tend to be relatively inexpensive when compared to concrete blocks. It is not uncommon to find pre-fabricated brick arches that cost less than $200. The key to making them more attractive is to leave a large open space on each side and to provide an angled roof. In other words, the open space should be rectangular.

Since brick arches tend to be rectangular, they are often placed on the sides of buildings. They make great additions to townhomes and even to commercial buildings such as office buildings. They can also be used as a form of landscaping, providing some contrast between the bricks or gravel and the landscaping around them. However, if the building has rounded roofs, the brick arches will probably not look quite right.

If you want to try to achieve the brick arches you see in pictures, it is not easy to do without tools. Even if you have the precise size and shape you need, using power tools to cut and shape the bricks is not easy. You may end up with incorrectly shaped bricks, and if they do not match the shape of the rest of the landscape, you may not like your new lawn or garden.

Concrete Arches

Concrete arches are usually used as ornamental features. They can be used as part of a garden, along a sidewalk, or even a small concrete island. The small island, for example, can be turned into a playground for children. It is great for toddlers and can easily be made to blend in with the rest of the garden.

One example of ornamental concrete arches is the driveway bridge. These are usually used for parking lots or to mark off portions of roads or highways. You can have your driveway bridge custom-designed with bricks or decorative concrete arches. This type of bridge is normally placed on the side of the road so that cars can drive over them and gain access to a public roadway.

The second type of arch you might see is the intrados. This refers to ones that are set up in the ground. These arches are usually used to mark the location of picnic tables or other outdoor tables and seating areas. Some intros are even made with adjustable springs, allowing for a perfect fit at all times.

Custom-Built Arches 

If you would rather have your concrete arches custom-built, there are plenty of arched concrete companies that can meet your needs. One such company is Quarry Engineering. They specialize in precast concrete arches that are perfect for both residential and commercial applications. You can choose from a variety of concrete arch heights, widths, and arched configuration styles. You can also choose from various exterior wall finishes helping dress up your concrete walls.

Another company to consider is Quarry Structures. Here you will find custom concrete lintels that can be customized to your specifications. To ensure that your lintels will be the right height, they feature a proprietary Locking Jack Arch technology that uses tongue-and-groove construction. This allows the lintels to remain flat against the surface it’s installed on, even after years of use. You can also choose from several different colours of brick and concrete to dress up your walls.