sand and gravel Archives

Your Sand Supplier: How Playgrounds and Play Sand Changed The Way We Learn

We do more than concrete. Although here at New Mexico Ready Mix, we have all the materials for weekend warriors, builders, and constructors. Not everything is about concrete, rock, or gravel. We also have the invaluable play sand that makes a great addition to kids playgrounds, sandboxes, and even mom’s landscaping project in the backyard. […]

Aggregate: What it is, and Why You Shouldn’t Forget It for Your Next Home Project

So you’ve been planning a new construction or remodeling project, and you know you need some concrete. You’re in the right place, since New Mexico Ready Mix is the best in the business. But you may also hear the word “aggregate”, but have no clue what it is or how it may play a role […]

Why Roswell is the Best Place to Get Your Sand and Gravel

Roswell, New Mexico is a town of about 47, 000 people and is, perhaps most famously known for its histories or ‘alleged history’ with unidentified flying objects or UFOs. Of course, everyone has heard about UFOs in Roswell and the story has been turned over and explored throughout the decades that it is difficult to […]

The Many Faces of Concrete: A Brief Look at the Importance of the Building Material

As we’ve discussed in previous posts, concrete has a deep history that goes all the way back to the early Western civilizations. It started with early civilizations that figured out how to make early versions of the concoction. The Mycenaeans used it over 3, 000 years ago used it to make cisterns to hold water. […]

Create Your Own Paradise With the Right Landscaping Rocks and Stones

Desert Landscaping has its own unique qualities. It’s partly because of the Southwestern style homes and partly because of the weather and the conditions we deal with year round. So here in New Mexico and West Texas a variety of landscaping rocks are often used to create curb appeal and enhance the aesthetics of the […]

The Many Uses of Sand and Gravel in New Mexico

Living in the Southwest region means one thing: you’re used to seeing sand and gravel wherever you go. These naturally-produced materials can be used to your advantage, whether you’re looking to upgrade your home’s landscaping or for mortar for your commercial construction project. NM Ready Mix is proud to be the go-to sand and gravel […]