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A DIY guide to mini mix concrete for patios, footings & shed bases

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Mini mix concrete for your DIY projects

If you’re planning a home improvement project, choosing the right concrete can make all the difference. Whether you’re laying a patio, building a shed base, or installing footings for a garden wall, mini mix concrete offers a fast, affordable, and hassle-free solution.

Unlike traditional large-volume deliveries, mini mix is supplied in smaller loads, making it ideal for DIY projects, tight spaces, and sites with restricted access. At Hills Quarry Products, we deliver high-quality ready-mixed concrete in small volumes, so you only get what you need, reducing waste and keeping costs down.

Why choose mini mix concrete?

Smaller loads

Get the right amount of concrete without over-ordering.

Easy access

Suitable for driveways, back gardens, or areas where large mixers can’t reach.

Consistent quality

Professionally mixed for strength, durability, and reliability.

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Using mini mix for patios

A patio needs a solid and even base to stay stable over time. With mini mix concrete, you can quickly pour a strong foundation that won’t crack or sink.

Unlike laying slabs directly onto soil or sand, using mini mix gives your patio a solid foundation that resists movement, cracking, and sinking over time. Because the concrete is professionally mixed to the right strength, you can be confident that your patio will remain stable, even with regular foot traffic and garden furniture on top.

Ordering the exact amount you need means less mess and more time to focus on laying slabs and finishing your outdoor space.

Mini mix footings for garden walls

Whether it’s a decorative feature, a boundary marker, or a retaining wall, strong and stable footings are essential for the stability of any wall.

Using mini mix concrete takes the guesswork out of preparing footings. Because the concrete is mixed to the correct strength and consistency before it arrives, you can be sure your wall will have a reliable foundation that stands up to the elements. This is particularly important for footings, which need to spread the load of the wall evenly into the ground.

Mini mix makes it simple to pour accurate foundations, even in gardens with narrow access points.

With ready-mixed deliveries, you can achieve a professional finish without the hassle of mixing concrete yourself.

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Shed bases made easy with mini mix

A garden shed is only as good as the base it sits on. Without the right foundation, sheds can become uneven, suffer from damp, or even start to shift over time, leading to doors that don’t close properly and structures that wear out faster than they should. That’s why laying a strong, level base is the most important first step.

Using mini mix concrete makes this process simple and reliable. The concrete arrives ready to pour, meaning you can create a smooth, durable foundation in a single session without the hassle of mixing by hand. Because mini mix is delivered in smaller loads, you can order just the right amount for your shed size, avoiding unnecessary waste and keeping costs under control.

Mini mix concrete provides a smooth, level foundation that ensures your shed stays stable.

Why use Hills Quarry Products for your DIY project?

At Hills Quarry Products, we’ve been supplying quality concrete across Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Dorset, Devon, and Berkshire for decades. 

Our mini mix service is designed with homeowners and DIY builders in mind, who need smaller loads without compromising on quality. 

Whether it’s patios, footings, or shed bases, our mini mix concrete is the perfect choice for your next project.

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Order mini mix concrete for your project

Be assured in the quality of your mini mix concrete, and eliminate the concrete stressors of DIY concrete. Contact Hills Quarry Products to discuss your requirements, or place an order.

Visit our concrete page for full range of concrete products.

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