Speciality concrete refers to custom-designed concrete mixes engineered to meet specific performance criteria beyond standard ready mix offerings. At Sussex Ready Mix Concrete, we supply a range of speciality concrete solutions tailored to the unique demands of commercial, contractor, industrial, and engineered projects across Sussex.
From high-strength mixes to concrete designed for extreme conditions, specialised applications, or structural performance requirements, our team can help define and deliver the right mix for your project – reducing risk, meeting specifications, and ensuring long-term performance.
Speciality concrete is any concrete mix that is modified beyond a standard mix design to achieve defined performance outcomes such as:
Enhanced strength
Improved durability
Specific workability characteristics
Resistance to environmental conditions
Compatibility with engineered specifications
These concrete mixes are often used on complex projects where standard mixes might not meet design criteria or performance expectations.
High-Strength Concrete
Designed to achieve higher compressive strengths than standard mixes – often required in structural, civil, or engineered builds.
Waterproof Concrete
Formulated to minimise water penetration and moisture ingress – ideal for basements, retaining structures, and wet environments.
Self-Compacting Concrete (SCC)
Concrete that flows and consolidates under its own weight without vibration – excellent for densely reinforced sections and complex formwork.
Fibre-Reinforced Concrete
Includes synthetic or steel fibres to enhance crack resistance, impact performance, and ductility.
Lightweight & Insulating Concrete
Concrete with reduced density and improved thermal properties – used for insulation layers, void fill, or sub-floor areas.
Rapid-Set or Fast-Cure Mixes
Designed to achieve early strength gain for projects with tight timelines or fast-track schedules.
Acid-Resistant / Chemical-Resistant Concrete
Engineered for environments exposed to aggressive chemicals or industrial conditions.
If your project requires a specialist mix not listed here, our team can work with design professionals to create a bespoke solution.
Speciality concrete is chosen when:
Projects have engineered performance requirements
Standard mixes do not provide the necessary strength or durability
Environmental or site conditions demand tailored properties
Specific workability or placement characteristics are required
Regulatory or specification compliance is mandatory
This makes speciality concrete ideal for complex, commercial, and engineered projects where quality and performance are critical.
Our volumetric concrete mixers allow precise on-site mixing and accurate incorporation of performance-enhancing additives and blended materials. This means your speciality concrete can be prepared:
To engineered mix designs
With exact quantities and minimal waste
Ready to place fresh on site
When ordering speciality concrete, simply share your performance criteria or engineering specifications and we will tailor the mix to match.
Speciality concrete is commonly used in:
Structural columns, beams, and slabs
Basements and waterproofed elements
Civil infrastructure and reinforced sections
Industrial floors and high-duty pavements
Complex architectural or finish-critical features
Groundworks with environmental exposure
Our team can advise on the best mix and performance strategy for your project.
We deliver speciality concrete throughout: Haywards Heath, Brighton, Worthing, East Grinstead, Lancing, Uckfield, Burgess Hill, and surrounding areas.
Our team works closely with contractors, engineers, and project managers to ensure delivery aligns with your programme and site conditions.
Need a concrete mix engineered for specific performance or design requirements? Contact us for expert advice and a quote tailored to your project.
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