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Builders LondonA basic guideline is the rule of 6: * At least 6 bags of Portland cement per cubic yard. * No more than 6 gallons of water per cubic yard. * A minimum of 6 days curing time, while keeping concrete moist by misting several times each day. * When concrete will be subjected to freezing and thawing, an air content of 6% is necessary. * For most applications such as concrete steps, sidewalks, floors, driveways, etc, mix using this 6 part ratio; 1 part Portland cement, 2 parts sand, 3 parts gravel or crushed rock. In addition to accurate mixing, properly pouring concrete involves several aspects: screeding (leveling), vibrating (eliminating voids in the slab), troweling (finishing the surface), and jointing (adding expansion joints for large slabs to expand and contract without breaking or cracking). 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