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UltraCrete QC6 56 x 25KG Bags | Rapid Set Surface Reinstatement Concrete

This UltraCrete QC6 pallet offer contains 56 x 25KG paper bags, giving contractors a bulk supply of rapid-set, non-shrink concrete for surface reinstatement. QC6 is used around access covers, street ironwork and street furniture, as well as for picture frames and fillets, pathways, concrete drives, pavements and general surface repairs. This listing includes free delivery as shown in the product offer.

Each bag has approximately 5–10 minutes’ workability and sets in around 15 minutes. QC6 can be open to traffic after approximately 4 hours, depending on temperature and the wider repair. Apply it at 12–100mm depth, with approximately 1m² coverage per 25KG unit at 12.5mm.

We’re a small, family-run business — I’m Cleo, the owner, with over 25 years in the construction industry working with businesses including Tarmac and Instarmac. We know that reinstatement work is often about getting a repair finished properly without leaving a site, footway or access point exposed for longer than necessary. A pallet of QC6 is useful when several repairs or a larger programme of work needs to be planned, but the preparation still matters: rapid-setting concrete will not make a dirty, weak or poorly cut repair sound.

What is UltraCrete QC6 used for?

QC6 is a shrinkage-compensated surface reinstatement concrete designed for:

  • Picture frame reinstatement and fillets around access covers
  • Concrete around manhole covers and other access covers
  • Street ironwork and areas around street furniture
  • Water metre excavation reinstatement
  • Surface repairs to roads, pathways, pavements and concrete drives
  • Utility and highway surface reinstatement work
  • Town-centre and housing-estate repairs where a repair that is difficult to deface is useful

Its rapid set can help reduce the time a repair is vulnerable to damage or vandalism, and can reduce the time barriers or cones need to remain in place. Plan the work carefully, because each mix has only a short period to be mixed and placed.

Why contractors buy QC6 by the pallet

  • Bulk supply: 56 pre-blended 25KG paper bags on one pallet.
  • Rapid setting: sets in approximately 15 minutes.
  • 5–10 minutes’ workability: mix only what the team can place promptly.
  • Four-hour traffic opening: suitable for repairs where the surrounding work and conditions allow traffic to return.
  • Non-shrink and shrinkage compensated: designed for surface reinstatement work.
  • Anti-vandal: the rapid set makes the repair difficult to deface once set.
  • 12–100mm application depth: useful for picture frames, fillets and general surface repairs.
  • High strength: 57N/mm² compressive strength at 28 days.
  • Free delivery: included as shown in this pallet offer.

How much QC6 do I need?

Each 25KG bag gives approximately 12.5 litres of yield and covers approximately 1m² at 12.5mm depth. This pallet contains 56 bags, weighing approximately 1,400KG in total. Your actual requirement will vary with the repair shape and depth, so measure the repair volume rather than relying on the surface size alone.

If you are planning several access-cover repairs, street-furniture repairs or a utility or highway reinstatement programme, contact our family-run team with the number of repairs and their approximate length, width and depth. We can help you work through the likely quantity.

QC6 preparation and application

Cut and clean the repair

Saw-cut the edges to a minimum depth of 12mm. Feather edging is not recommended. Remove oil, grease, dust, loose particles and other visible contamination, and work on a sound substrate.

Pre-soak the area

Pre-soak the repair with clean water to promote bond and help prevent shrinkage. Remove any ponded water before placing QC6.

Prime large-section repairs

For large repairs only, ensure the substrate remains permanently damp, remove ponded water and scrub UltraScape Pro-Prime into the substrate. Place QC6 immediately after mixing while the primer is still wet.

Mix and place quickly

Use a forced-action mixer or mix vigorously by hand. Add approximately 2.75 litres of water per 25KG bag and mix to a stiff, consistent, no-slump material with all particles wetted. Mix only enough to apply within approximately 4 minutes. Do not remix or add extra water.

Apply the mix to the pre-soaked area at 12–100mm depth, firming it into position with a float and paying attention to the edges and thin sections. Level it to the surrounding surface and finish with a steel float or trowel to close the surface and seal the edges.

Curing

Curing is not required for small patches. For large-section repairs, spray Ultra Floor Prime IT Multi-surface Primer as soon as the surface finish is complete. Apply a generous amount because QC6 hardens quickly.

Technical information

Specification QC6 detail
Product UltraCrete QC6 rapid-set, non-shrink surface reinstatement concrete
Workability 5–10 minutes per mix
Set time Approximately 15 minutes
Open to traffic Approximately 4 hours
Application depth 12–100mm
Coverage Approximately 1m² per 25KG bag at 12.5mm
Yield Approximately 12.5 litres per 25KG bag
Compressive strength 15.42N/mm² at 2 hours; 18.45 at 4 hours; 22.79 at 1 day; 50.53 at 7 days; 57.00 at 28 days
Tensile strength 1.88N/mm² at 1 day; 3.11 at 7 days; 3.18 at 28 days
Flexural strength 4.96N/mm² at 1 day; 5.23 at 7 days; 7.71 at 28 days
Bond strength 1.17N/mm² at 1 day; 1.89 at 7 days; 1.70 at 28 days
Density Approximately 2,250kg/m³
Composition Special cements and 6mm graded aggregate
Colour Grey; natural raw-material variation may occur without affecting consistency or characteristics
Packaging 56 x 25KG paper bags per pallet
Total pallet weight Approximately 1,400KG
Temperature limit Do not use below 5°C during application or initial set
Approvals and use BT Approved, anti-vandal and approved for use on the London Underground and Overground
Other performance Shrinkage compensated and rapid setting

Download the QC6 technical datasheet (PDF).

QC6 questions we’re asked

I’m Cleo, owner of The Paving Experts. These are the questions we’re most often asked about QC6 concrete and surface reinstatement work.

What is UltraCrete QC6?

UltraCrete QC6 is a rapid-setting, non-shrink surface reinstatement concrete for picture frames and fillets around access covers, street ironwork, street furniture and general surface repairs.

What is QC6 concrete used for?

It is used for surface repairs to roads, pathways, pavements, concrete drives and areas around access covers, water metre excavations and street furniture. It is particularly useful where a repair needs to set quickly and be difficult to deface.

How quickly does QC6 set?

QC6 sets in approximately 15 minutes. Temperature affects setting, so allow for cooler conditions to slow the process and follow the application guidance.

How long before QC6 can take traffic?

QC6 can be open to traffic after approximately 4 hours, provided the repair has been prepared, mixed, placed and finished correctly and the surrounding installation is ready.

What depth can QC6 be used at?

QC6 is specified for an application depth of 12–100mm.

How strong is QC6 concrete?

Its compressive strength is approximately 57N/mm² after 28 days. The supplied technical data also gives 15.42N/mm² at 2 hours, 18.45 at 4 hours, 22.79 at 1 day and 50.53 at 7 days.

Is QC6 a non-shrink concrete?

Yes. QC6 is a non-shrink, shrinkage-compensated reinstatement concrete.

Where can QC6 be used?

It can be used for picture frames and fillets around access covers, areas around street ironwork and street furniture, water metre excavation reinstatement, roads, pathways, pavements and concrete drives, provided the substrate and repair are suitable.

How much QC6 do I need?

Each 25KG bag yields approximately 12.5 litres and covers approximately 1m² at 12.5mm depth. Measure the repair volume carefully, especially where the depth changes around a frame or fillet. This pallet contains 56 bags.

Can QC6 be used around a manhole cover?

It can be used for suitable picture frames, fillets and surface reinstatement around access covers. Prepare and saw-cut the repair properly, remove contamination, pre-soak the area and follow the specified depth and traffic guidance.

Can QC6 be used for utility or highway reinstatement?

QC6 is intended for surface reinstatement work around utilities, street furniture and highway-related repairs where the application and traffic requirements are suitable. A 56-bag pallet can be useful for planned reinstatement programmes. If you are unsure whether QC6 is the right grade for the repair, contact us before ordering.

How much water does a 25KG bag need?

Use approximately 2.75 litres of water per 25KG bag. Mix to a stiff, consistent, no-slump material and do not add extra water or remix it.

How long do I have to place the mix?

Mix only enough material to place within approximately 4 minutes. The stated workability is 5–10 minutes, but the placing instruction gives the shorter working window needed for this rapid-setting product.

Does QC6 need curing?

Curing is not required for small patches. For large-section repairs, spray Ultra Floor Prime IT Multi-surface Primer immediately after finishing and apply a generous amount.

Can QC6 be used in cold weather?

Do not use QC6 below 5°C during application or initial set.

Can QC6 be mixed by hand?

Yes. QC6 can be mixed with a forced-action mixer or vigorously by hand using a suitable tool. Whichever method you use, make sure every particle is wetted and the mix has a stiff, consistent, no-slump consistency.

Does QC6 need a primer?

For large-section repairs, keep the substrate permanently damp, remove ponded water and prime with UltraScape Pro-Prime. Apply QC6 while the primer is still wet. Small patches do not have this large-repair priming requirement.

Can QC6 be used for large-section repairs?

Yes. QC6 can be applied from 12mm to 100mm, but large-section repairs need the specific preparation, priming and curing steps set out above. Plan the mix and placement carefully because the working window is short.

Can QC6 be used around street furniture?

Yes. Areas surrounding street furniture are one of the intended surface reinstatement applications for QC6. Prepare the repair properly and make sure the depth and traffic requirements suit the job.

Can QC6 be used for roads and pathways?

Yes. QC6 is intended for suitable general repairs to roads, pathways, pavements and concrete drives, as well as surface areas around access covers and street furniture.

What temperature can QC6 be applied at?

Do not use QC6 below 5°C during application or initial set. Temperature also affects how quickly the material sets.

Is QC6 BT Approved?

Yes. BT Approved is included in the QC6 product information, alongside anti-vandal positioning and approval for use on the London Underground and Overground.

How many bags are in a QC6 pallet?

This pallet offer contains 56 x 25KG paper bags, giving approximately 1,400KG of QC6 in total.

Is QC6 available as a single bag or tub?

Yes. QC6 is also available as a single 25KG paper bag and as a 25KG tub. The single-bag and tub pages are useful when you need a smaller quantity than a full pallet.

Is QC6 suitable for larger contractor programmes?

It can be a practical bulk format for utilities, highways, landscaping and maintenance teams planning repeated surface reinstatement work. Check the number, depth and size of the repairs before ordering so the pallet quantity matches the programme.

How much water is needed for a full pallet of QC6?

At approximately 2.75 litres per 25KG bag, 56 bags require approximately 154 litres of mixing water in total. This is a planning figure only: measure the water for each 25KG mix and do not add extra water.

How much area can a full QC6 pallet cover?

Based on approximately 1m² coverage per 25KG bag at 12.5mm depth, 56 bags provide approximately 56m² of stated coverage at that depth. Allow for the actual repair depth, changing profiles and site wastage when calculating your order.

Is QC6 supplied pre-blended?

Yes. QC6 is supplied pre-blended with special cements and 6mm graded aggregate. Add approximately 2.75 litres of water per 25KG bag; no separate aggregate needs to be measured.

Can QC6 be used for water metre excavations?

Yes. Water metre excavation reinstatement is one of the listed applications for QC6. Prepare the repair properly, apply it within the 12–100mm depth range and make sure the traffic requirements suit the work.

Can QC6 be used for picture frames and fillets?

Yes. QC6 is designed for suitable picture frame reinstatement and fillets around access covers and street ironwork. Saw-cut the edges to at least 12mm and avoid feather edging.

Can QC6 be used around street ironwork?

Yes. Surface reinstatement around street ironwork is one of the intended uses. Remove contamination, pre-soak the area, use the correct depth and place the mix within the short working window.

Is QC6 suitable for town-centre and housing-estate repairs?

QC6 can be useful for suitable repairs in town centres and housing estates because the rapid set can reduce the time a repair is vulnerable to damage or vandalism. The substrate, depth and traffic arrangements still need to be suitable.

What is the total weight of a QC6 pallet?

A full pallet contains 56 x 25KG bags, with an approximate product weight of 1,400KG before allowing for the pallet itself.

Does the QC6 pallet contain bags or tubs?

This listing is for 56 x 25KG paper bags. A separate pallet offer is available for 40 x 25KG tubs.

Does the QC6 pallet include free delivery?

This product is listed as a pallet offer with free delivery. If the delivery site has restricted access or unusual unloading requirements, contact us before ordering so we can discuss the site details.

What should a contractor check before ordering a full pallet?

Check the number of repairs, their length, width and depth, the expected traffic-opening requirement, the 5°C temperature restriction and the available dry storage and site access. If the total quantity is uncertain, contact our team before ordering.

Planning an access-cover repair, utility reinstatement or street-furniture repair? Contact our family-run team on 0330 122 1025. Tell us the repair dimensions, depth and traffic requirements and we’ll help you work through the quantity.

  • Brand: Instarmac
  • SKU: TPE-PALQC6BAGx56
  • Weight: 1400.0 kg / 3086.47 lb

Delivery & Returns Info

Our delivery charges are calculated based on the size and weight of your order. When you add items to your basket, the delivery charges are displayed. Small orders are distributed via courier; larger orders via Pallet Network. Collection is available from our Tamworth depot by request (contact us first to arrange on 0330 122 1025).

Please note, there is a slight surcharge for areas that are outside of our locality, charges calculated at checkout.

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£16.00 £10.00
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£26.00 £19.00
50.01-75KG
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£36.00 £28.00
75.01-100KG
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£46.00 £37.00
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£60.00 £45.00
249.01-750KG
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750.01KG plus
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£75.00 £55.00
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£88.00 Free of charge
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Delivery Information

  • Prices apply to mainland England and Wales. Scottish delivery slight surcharge.
  • Orders are packed and dispatched Monday–Friday (excluding weekends & public holidays).

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  • Standard Service: 3–5 working days.

Notes

  • Occasional delays due to manufacturing, supply, or courier issues may happen, but we'll keep you informed.

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UltraCrete QC6 56 x 25KG Bags | Rapid Set Surface Reinstatement Concrete

This UltraCrete QC6 pallet offer contains 56 x 25KG paper bags, giving contractors a bulk supply of rapid-set, non-shrink concrete for surface reinstatement. QC6 is used around access covers, street ironwork and street furniture, as well as for picture frames and fillets, pathways, concrete drives, pavements and general surface repairs. This listing includes free delivery as shown in the product offer.

Each bag has approximately 5–10 minutes’ workability and sets in around 15 minutes. QC6 can be open to traffic after approximately 4 hours, depending on temperature and the wider repair. Apply it at 12–100mm depth, with approximately 1m² coverage per 25KG unit at 12.5mm.

We’re a small, family-run business — I’m Cleo, the owner, with over 25 years in the construction industry working with businesses including Tarmac and Instarmac. We know that reinstatement work is often about getting a repair finished properly without leaving a site, footway or access point exposed for longer than necessary. A pallet of QC6 is useful when several repairs or a larger programme of work needs to be planned, but the preparation still matters: rapid-setting concrete will not make a dirty, weak or poorly cut repair sound.

What is UltraCrete QC6 used for?

QC6 is a shrinkage-compensated surface reinstatement concrete designed for:

  • Picture frame reinstatement and fillets around access covers
  • Concrete around manhole covers and other access covers
  • Street ironwork and areas around street furniture
  • Water metre excavation reinstatement
  • Surface repairs to roads, pathways, pavements and concrete drives
  • Utility and highway surface reinstatement work
  • Town-centre and housing-estate repairs where a repair that is difficult to deface is useful

Its rapid set can help reduce the time a repair is vulnerable to damage or vandalism, and can reduce the time barriers or cones need to remain in place. Plan the work carefully, because each mix has only a short period to be mixed and placed.

Why contractors buy QC6 by the pallet

  • Bulk supply: 56 pre-blended 25KG paper bags on one pallet.
  • Rapid setting: sets in approximately 15 minutes.
  • 5–10 minutes’ workability: mix only what the team can place promptly.
  • Four-hour traffic opening: suitable for repairs where the surrounding work and conditions allow traffic to return.
  • Non-shrink and shrinkage compensated: designed for surface reinstatement work.
  • Anti-vandal: the rapid set makes the repair difficult to deface once set.
  • 12–100mm application depth: useful for picture frames, fillets and general surface repairs.
  • High strength: 57N/mm² compressive strength at 28 days.
  • Free delivery: included as shown in this pallet offer.

How much QC6 do I need?

Each 25KG bag gives approximately 12.5 litres of yield and covers approximately 1m² at 12.5mm depth. This pallet contains 56 bags, weighing approximately 1,400KG in total. Your actual requirement will vary with the repair shape and depth, so measure the repair volume rather than relying on the surface size alone.

If you are planning several access-cover repairs, street-furniture repairs or a utility or highway reinstatement programme, contact our family-run team with the number of repairs and their approximate length, width and depth. We can help you work through the likely quantity.

QC6 preparation and application

Cut and clean the repair

Saw-cut the edges to a minimum depth of 12mm. Feather edging is not recommended. Remove oil, grease, dust, loose particles and other visible contamination, and work on a sound substrate.

Pre-soak the area

Pre-soak the repair with clean water to promote bond and help prevent shrinkage. Remove any ponded water before placing QC6.

Prime large-section repairs

For large repairs only, ensure the substrate remains permanently damp, remove ponded water and scrub UltraScape Pro-Prime into the substrate. Place QC6 immediately after mixing while the primer is still wet.

Mix and place quickly

Use a forced-action mixer or mix vigorously by hand. Add approximately 2.75 litres of water per 25KG bag and mix to a stiff, consistent, no-slump material with all particles wetted. Mix only enough to apply within approximately 4 minutes. Do not remix or add extra water.

Apply the mix to the pre-soaked area at 12–100mm depth, firming it into position with a float and paying attention to the edges and thin sections. Level it to the surrounding surface and finish with a steel float or trowel to close the surface and seal the edges.

Curing

Curing is not required for small patches. For large-section repairs, spray Ultra Floor Prime IT Multi-surface Primer as soon as the surface finish is complete. Apply a generous amount because QC6 hardens quickly.

Technical information

Specification QC6 detail
Product UltraCrete QC6 rapid-set, non-shrink surface reinstatement concrete
Workability 5–10 minutes per mix
Set time Approximately 15 minutes
Open to traffic Approximately 4 hours
Application depth 12–100mm
Coverage Approximately 1m² per 25KG bag at 12.5mm
Yield Approximately 12.5 litres per 25KG bag
Compressive strength 15.42N/mm² at 2 hours; 18.45 at 4 hours; 22.79 at 1 day; 50.53 at 7 days; 57.00 at 28 days
Tensile strength 1.88N/mm² at 1 day; 3.11 at 7 days; 3.18 at 28 days
Flexural strength 4.96N/mm² at 1 day; 5.23 at 7 days; 7.71 at 28 days
Bond strength 1.17N/mm² at 1 day; 1.89 at 7 days; 1.70 at 28 days
Density Approximately 2,250kg/m³
Composition Special cements and 6mm graded aggregate
Colour Grey; natural raw-material variation may occur without affecting consistency or characteristics
Packaging 56 x 25KG paper bags per pallet
Total pallet weight Approximately 1,400KG
Temperature limit Do not use below 5°C during application or initial set
Approvals and use BT Approved, anti-vandal and approved for use on the London Underground and Overground
Other performance Shrinkage compensated and rapid setting

Download the QC6 technical datasheet (PDF).

QC6 questions we’re asked

I’m Cleo, owner of The Paving Experts. These are the questions we’re most often asked about QC6 concrete and surface reinstatement work.

What is UltraCrete QC6?

UltraCrete QC6 is a rapid-setting, non-shrink surface reinstatement concrete for picture frames and fillets around access covers, street ironwork, street furniture and general surface repairs.

What is QC6 concrete used for?

It is used for surface repairs to roads, pathways, pavements, concrete drives and areas around access covers, water metre excavations and street furniture. It is particularly useful where a repair needs to set quickly and be difficult to deface.

How quickly does QC6 set?

QC6 sets in approximately 15 minutes. Temperature affects setting, so allow for cooler conditions to slow the process and follow the application guidance.

How long before QC6 can take traffic?

QC6 can be open to traffic after approximately 4 hours, provided the repair has been prepared, mixed, placed and finished correctly and the surrounding installation is ready.

What depth can QC6 be used at?

QC6 is specified for an application depth of 12–100mm.

How strong is QC6 concrete?

Its compressive strength is approximately 57N/mm² after 28 days. The supplied technical data also gives 15.42N/mm² at 2 hours, 18.45 at 4 hours, 22.79 at 1 day and 50.53 at 7 days.

Is QC6 a non-shrink concrete?

Yes. QC6 is a non-shrink, shrinkage-compensated reinstatement concrete.

Where can QC6 be used?

It can be used for picture frames and fillets around access covers, areas around street ironwork and street furniture, water metre excavation reinstatement, roads, pathways, pavements and concrete drives, provided the substrate and repair are suitable.

How much QC6 do I need?

Each 25KG bag yields approximately 12.5 litres and covers approximately 1m² at 12.5mm depth. Measure the repair volume carefully, especially where the depth changes around a frame or fillet. This pallet contains 56 bags.

Can QC6 be used around a manhole cover?

It can be used for suitable picture frames, fillets and surface reinstatement around access covers. Prepare and saw-cut the repair properly, remove contamination, pre-soak the area and follow the specified depth and traffic guidance.

Can QC6 be used for utility or highway reinstatement?

QC6 is intended for surface reinstatement work around utilities, street furniture and highway-related repairs where the application and traffic requirements are suitable. A 56-bag pallet can be useful for planned reinstatement programmes. If you are unsure whether QC6 is the right grade for the repair, contact us before ordering.

How much water does a 25KG bag need?

Use approximately 2.75 litres of water per 25KG bag. Mix to a stiff, consistent, no-slump material and do not add extra water or remix it.

How long do I have to place the mix?

Mix only enough material to place within approximately 4 minutes. The stated workability is 5–10 minutes, but the placing instruction gives the shorter working window needed for this rapid-setting product.

Does QC6 need curing?

Curing is not required for small patches. For large-section repairs, spray Ultra Floor Prime IT Multi-surface Primer immediately after finishing and apply a generous amount.

Can QC6 be used in cold weather?

Do not use QC6 below 5°C during application or initial set.

Can QC6 be mixed by hand?

Yes. QC6 can be mixed with a forced-action mixer or vigorously by hand using a suitable tool. Whichever method you use, make sure every particle is wetted and the mix has a stiff, consistent, no-slump consistency.

Does QC6 need a primer?

For large-section repairs, keep the substrate permanently damp, remove ponded water and prime with UltraScape Pro-Prime. Apply QC6 while the primer is still wet. Small patches do not have this large-repair priming requirement.

Can QC6 be used for large-section repairs?

Yes. QC6 can be applied from 12mm to 100mm, but large-section repairs need the specific preparation, priming and curing steps set out above. Plan the mix and placement carefully because the working window is short.

Can QC6 be used around street furniture?

Yes. Areas surrounding street furniture are one of the intended surface reinstatement applications for QC6. Prepare the repair properly and make sure the depth and traffic requirements suit the job.

Can QC6 be used for roads and pathways?

Yes. QC6 is intended for suitable general repairs to roads, pathways, pavements and concrete drives, as well as surface areas around access covers and street furniture.

What temperature can QC6 be applied at?

Do not use QC6 below 5°C during application or initial set. Temperature also affects how quickly the material sets.

Is QC6 BT Approved?

Yes. BT Approved is included in the QC6 product information, alongside anti-vandal positioning and approval for use on the London Underground and Overground.

How many bags are in a QC6 pallet?

This pallet offer contains 56 x 25KG paper bags, giving approximately 1,400KG of QC6 in total.

Is QC6 available as a single bag or tub?

Yes. QC6 is also available as a single 25KG paper bag and as a 25KG tub. The single-bag and tub pages are useful when you need a smaller quantity than a full pallet.

Is QC6 suitable for larger contractor programmes?

It can be a practical bulk format for utilities, highways, landscaping and maintenance teams planning repeated surface reinstatement work. Check the number, depth and size of the repairs before ordering so the pallet quantity matches the programme.

How much water is needed for a full pallet of QC6?

At approximately 2.75 litres per 25KG bag, 56 bags require approximately 154 litres of mixing water in total. This is a planning figure only: measure the water for each 25KG mix and do not add extra water.

How much area can a full QC6 pallet cover?

Based on approximately 1m² coverage per 25KG bag at 12.5mm depth, 56 bags provide approximately 56m² of stated coverage at that depth. Allow for the actual repair depth, changing profiles and site wastage when calculating your order.

Is QC6 supplied pre-blended?

Yes. QC6 is supplied pre-blended with special cements and 6mm graded aggregate. Add approximately 2.75 litres of water per 25KG bag; no separate aggregate needs to be measured.

Can QC6 be used for water metre excavations?

Yes. Water metre excavation reinstatement is one of the listed applications for QC6. Prepare the repair properly, apply it within the 12–100mm depth range and make sure the traffic requirements suit the work.

Can QC6 be used for picture frames and fillets?

Yes. QC6 is designed for suitable picture frame reinstatement and fillets around access covers and street ironwork. Saw-cut the edges to at least 12mm and avoid feather edging.

Can QC6 be used around street ironwork?

Yes. Surface reinstatement around street ironwork is one of the intended uses. Remove contamination, pre-soak the area, use the correct depth and place the mix within the short working window.

Is QC6 suitable for town-centre and housing-estate repairs?

QC6 can be useful for suitable repairs in town centres and housing estates because the rapid set can reduce the time a repair is vulnerable to damage or vandalism. The substrate, depth and traffic arrangements still need to be suitable.

What is the total weight of a QC6 pallet?

A full pallet contains 56 x 25KG bags, with an approximate product weight of 1,400KG before allowing for the pallet itself.

Does the QC6 pallet contain bags or tubs?

This listing is for 56 x 25KG paper bags. A separate pallet offer is available for 40 x 25KG tubs.

Does the QC6 pallet include free delivery?

This product is listed as a pallet offer with free delivery. If the delivery site has restricted access or unusual unloading requirements, contact us before ordering so we can discuss the site details.

What should a contractor check before ordering a full pallet?

Check the number of repairs, their length, width and depth, the expected traffic-opening requirement, the 5°C temperature restriction and the available dry storage and site access. If the total quantity is uncertain, contact our team before ordering.

Planning an access-cover repair, utility reinstatement or street-furniture repair? Contact our family-run team on 0330 122 1025. Tell us the repair dimensions, depth and traffic requirements and we’ll help you work through the quantity.

UltraCrete QC6 56 x 25KG Bags | Rapid Set Surface Reinstatement Concrete

This UltraCrete QC6 pallet offer contains 56 x 25KG paper bags, giving contractors a bulk supply of rapid-set, non-shrink concrete for surface reinstatement. QC6 is used around access covers, street ironwork and street furniture, as well as for picture frames and fillets, pathways, concrete drives, pavements and general surface repairs. This listing includes free delivery as shown in the product offer.

Each bag has approximately 5–10 minutes’ workability and sets in around 15 minutes. QC6 can be open to traffic after approximately 4 hours, depending on temperature and the wider repair. Apply it at 12–100mm depth, with approximately 1m² coverage per 25KG unit at 12.5mm.

We’re a small, family-run business — I’m Cleo, the owner, with over 25 years in the construction industry working with businesses including Tarmac and Instarmac. We know that reinstatement work is often about getting a repair finished properly without leaving a site, footway or access point exposed for longer than necessary. A pallet of QC6 is useful when several repairs or a larger programme of work needs to be planned, but the preparation still matters: rapid-setting concrete will not make a dirty, weak or poorly cut repair sound.

What is UltraCrete QC6 used for?

QC6 is a shrinkage-compensated surface reinstatement concrete designed for:

  • Picture frame reinstatement and fillets around access covers
  • Concrete around manhole covers and other access covers
  • Street ironwork and areas around street furniture
  • Water metre excavation reinstatement
  • Surface repairs to roads, pathways, pavements and concrete drives
  • Utility and highway surface reinstatement work
  • Town-centre and housing-estate repairs where a repair that is difficult to deface is useful

Its rapid set can help reduce the time a repair is vulnerable to damage or vandalism, and can reduce the time barriers or cones need to remain in place. Plan the work carefully, because each mix has only a short period to be mixed and placed.

Why contractors buy QC6 by the pallet

  • Bulk supply: 56 pre-blended 25KG paper bags on one pallet.
  • Rapid setting: sets in approximately 15 minutes.
  • 5–10 minutes’ workability: mix only what the team can place promptly.
  • Four-hour traffic opening: suitable for repairs where the surrounding work and conditions allow traffic to return.
  • Non-shrink and shrinkage compensated: designed for surface reinstatement work.
  • Anti-vandal: the rapid set makes the repair difficult to deface once set.
  • 12–100mm application depth: useful for picture frames, fillets and general surface repairs.
  • High strength: 57N/mm² compressive strength at 28 days.
  • Free delivery: included as shown in this pallet offer.

How much QC6 do I need?

Each 25KG bag gives approximately 12.5 litres of yield and covers approximately 1m² at 12.5mm depth. This pallet contains 56 bags, weighing approximately 1,400KG in total. Your actual requirement will vary with the repair shape and depth, so measure the repair volume rather than relying on the surface size alone.

If you are planning several access-cover repairs, street-furniture repairs or a utility or highway reinstatement programme, contact our family-run team with the number of repairs and their approximate length, width and depth. We can help you work through the likely quantity.

QC6 preparation and application

Cut and clean the repair

Saw-cut the edges to a minimum depth of 12mm. Feather edging is not recommended. Remove oil, grease, dust, loose particles and other visible contamination, and work on a sound substrate.

Pre-soak the area

Pre-soak the repair with clean water to promote bond and help prevent shrinkage. Remove any ponded water before placing QC6.

Prime large-section repairs

For large repairs only, ensure the substrate remains permanently damp, remove ponded water and scrub UltraScape Pro-Prime into the substrate. Place QC6 immediately after mixing while the primer is still wet.

Mix and place quickly

Use a forced-action mixer or mix vigorously by hand. Add approximately 2.75 litres of water per 25KG bag and mix to a stiff, consistent, no-slump material with all particles wetted. Mix only enough to apply within approximately 4 minutes. Do not remix or add extra water.

Apply the mix to the pre-soaked area at 12–100mm depth, firming it into position with a float and paying attention to the edges and thin sections. Level it to the surrounding surface and finish with a steel float or trowel to close the surface and seal the edges.

Curing

Curing is not required for small patches. For large-section repairs, spray Ultra Floor Prime IT Multi-surface Primer as soon as the surface finish is complete. Apply a generous amount because QC6 hardens quickly.

Technical information

Specification QC6 detail
Product UltraCrete QC6 rapid-set, non-shrink surface reinstatement concrete
Workability 5–10 minutes per mix
Set time Approximately 15 minutes
Open to traffic Approximately 4 hours
Application depth 12–100mm
Coverage Approximately 1m² per 25KG bag at 12.5mm
Yield Approximately 12.5 litres per 25KG bag
Compressive strength 15.42N/mm² at 2 hours; 18.45 at 4 hours; 22.79 at 1 day; 50.53 at 7 days; 57.00 at 28 days
Tensile strength 1.88N/mm² at 1 day; 3.11 at 7 days; 3.18 at 28 days
Flexural strength 4.96N/mm² at 1 day; 5.23 at 7 days; 7.71 at 28 days
Bond strength 1.17N/mm² at 1 day; 1.89 at 7 days; 1.70 at 28 days
Density Approximately 2,250kg/m³
Composition Special cements and 6mm graded aggregate
Colour Grey; natural raw-material variation may occur without affecting consistency or characteristics
Packaging 56 x 25KG paper bags per pallet
Total pallet weight Approximately 1,400KG
Temperature limit Do not use below 5°C during application or initial set
Approvals and use BT Approved, anti-vandal and approved for use on the London Underground and Overground
Other performance Shrinkage compensated and rapid setting

Download the QC6 technical datasheet (PDF).

QC6 questions we’re asked

I’m Cleo, owner of The Paving Experts. These are the questions we’re most often asked about QC6 concrete and surface reinstatement work.

What is UltraCrete QC6?

UltraCrete QC6 is a rapid-setting, non-shrink surface reinstatement concrete for picture frames and fillets around access covers, street ironwork, street furniture and general surface repairs.

What is QC6 concrete used for?

It is used for surface repairs to roads, pathways, pavements, concrete drives and areas around access covers, water metre excavations and street furniture. It is particularly useful where a repair needs to set quickly and be difficult to deface.

How quickly does QC6 set?

QC6 sets in approximately 15 minutes. Temperature affects setting, so allow for cooler conditions to slow the process and follow the application guidance.

How long before QC6 can take traffic?

QC6 can be open to traffic after approximately 4 hours, provided the repair has been prepared, mixed, placed and finished correctly and the surrounding installation is ready.

What depth can QC6 be used at?

QC6 is specified for an application depth of 12–100mm.

How strong is QC6 concrete?

Its compressive strength is approximately 57N/mm² after 28 days. The supplied technical data also gives 15.42N/mm² at 2 hours, 18.45 at 4 hours, 22.79 at 1 day and 50.53 at 7 days.

Is QC6 a non-shrink concrete?

Yes. QC6 is a non-shrink, shrinkage-compensated reinstatement concrete.

Where can QC6 be used?

It can be used for picture frames and fillets around access covers, areas around street ironwork and street furniture, water metre excavation reinstatement, roads, pathways, pavements and concrete drives, provided the substrate and repair are suitable.

How much QC6 do I need?

Each 25KG bag yields approximately 12.5 litres and covers approximately 1m² at 12.5mm depth. Measure the repair volume carefully, especially where the depth changes around a frame or fillet. This pallet contains 56 bags.

Can QC6 be used around a manhole cover?

It can be used for suitable picture frames, fillets and surface reinstatement around access covers. Prepare and saw-cut the repair properly, remove contamination, pre-soak the area and follow the specified depth and traffic guidance.

Can QC6 be used for utility or highway reinstatement?

QC6 is intended for surface reinstatement work around utilities, street furniture and highway-related repairs where the application and traffic requirements are suitable. A 56-bag pallet can be useful for planned reinstatement programmes. If you are unsure whether QC6 is the right grade for the repair, contact us before ordering.

How much water does a 25KG bag need?

Use approximately 2.75 litres of water per 25KG bag. Mix to a stiff, consistent, no-slump material and do not add extra water or remix it.

How long do I have to place the mix?

Mix only enough material to place within approximately 4 minutes. The stated workability is 5–10 minutes, but the placing instruction gives the shorter working window needed for this rapid-setting product.

Does QC6 need curing?

Curing is not required for small patches. For large-section repairs, spray Ultra Floor Prime IT Multi-surface Primer immediately after finishing and apply a generous amount.

Can QC6 be used in cold weather?

Do not use QC6 below 5°C during application or initial set.

Can QC6 be mixed by hand?

Yes. QC6 can be mixed with a forced-action mixer or vigorously by hand using a suitable tool. Whichever method you use, make sure every particle is wetted and the mix has a stiff, consistent, no-slump consistency.

Does QC6 need a primer?

For large-section repairs, keep the substrate permanently damp, remove ponded water and prime with UltraScape Pro-Prime. Apply QC6 while the primer is still wet. Small patches do not have this large-repair priming requirement.

Can QC6 be used for large-section repairs?

Yes. QC6 can be applied from 12mm to 100mm, but large-section repairs need the specific preparation, priming and curing steps set out above. Plan the mix and placement carefully because the working window is short.

Can QC6 be used around street furniture?

Yes. Areas surrounding street furniture are one of the intended surface reinstatement applications for QC6. Prepare the repair properly and make sure the depth and traffic requirements suit the job.

Can QC6 be used for roads and pathways?

Yes. QC6 is intended for suitable general repairs to roads, pathways, pavements and concrete drives, as well as surface areas around access covers and street furniture.

What temperature can QC6 be applied at?

Do not use QC6 below 5°C during application or initial set. Temperature also affects how quickly the material sets.

Is QC6 BT Approved?

Yes. BT Approved is included in the QC6 product information, alongside anti-vandal positioning and approval for use on the London Underground and Overground.

How many bags are in a QC6 pallet?

This pallet offer contains 56 x 25KG paper bags, giving approximately 1,400KG of QC6 in total.

Is QC6 available as a single bag or tub?

Yes. QC6 is also available as a single 25KG paper bag and as a 25KG tub. The single-bag and tub pages are useful when you need a smaller quantity than a full pallet.

Is QC6 suitable for larger contractor programmes?

It can be a practical bulk format for utilities, highways, landscaping and maintenance teams planning repeated surface reinstatement work. Check the number, depth and size of the repairs before ordering so the pallet quantity matches the programme.

How much water is needed for a full pallet of QC6?

At approximately 2.75 litres per 25KG bag, 56 bags require approximately 154 litres of mixing water in total. This is a planning figure only: measure the water for each 25KG mix and do not add extra water.

How much area can a full QC6 pallet cover?

Based on approximately 1m² coverage per 25KG bag at 12.5mm depth, 56 bags provide approximately 56m² of stated coverage at that depth. Allow for the actual repair depth, changing profiles and site wastage when calculating your order.

Is QC6 supplied pre-blended?

Yes. QC6 is supplied pre-blended with special cements and 6mm graded aggregate. Add approximately 2.75 litres of water per 25KG bag; no separate aggregate needs to be measured.

Can QC6 be used for water metre excavations?

Yes. Water metre excavation reinstatement is one of the listed applications for QC6. Prepare the repair properly, apply it within the 12–100mm depth range and make sure the traffic requirements suit the work.

Can QC6 be used for picture frames and fillets?

Yes. QC6 is designed for suitable picture frame reinstatement and fillets around access covers and street ironwork. Saw-cut the edges to at least 12mm and avoid feather edging.

Can QC6 be used around street ironwork?

Yes. Surface reinstatement around street ironwork is one of the intended uses. Remove contamination, pre-soak the area, use the correct depth and place the mix within the short working window.

Is QC6 suitable for town-centre and housing-estate repairs?

QC6 can be useful for suitable repairs in town centres and housing estates because the rapid set can reduce the time a repair is vulnerable to damage or vandalism. The substrate, depth and traffic arrangements still need to be suitable.

What is the total weight of a QC6 pallet?

A full pallet contains 56 x 25KG bags, with an approximate product weight of 1,400KG before allowing for the pallet itself.

Does the QC6 pallet contain bags or tubs?

This listing is for 56 x 25KG paper bags. A separate pallet offer is available for 40 x 25KG tubs.

Does the QC6 pallet include free delivery?

This product is listed as a pallet offer with free delivery. If the delivery site has restricted access or unusual unloading requirements, contact us before ordering so we can discuss the site details.

What should a contractor check before ordering a full pallet?

Check the number of repairs, their length, width and depth, the expected traffic-opening requirement, the 5°C temperature restriction and the available dry storage and site access. If the total quantity is uncertain, contact our team before ordering.

Planning an access-cover repair, utility reinstatement or street-furniture repair? Contact our family-run team on 0330 122 1025. Tell us the repair dimensions, depth and traffic requirements and we’ll help you work through the quantity.

UltraCrete QC6 56 x 25KG bags technical information

PropertyDetail
ProductRapid-set, non-shrink surface reinstatement concrete
Workability5–10 minutes per mix
Set timeApproximately 15 minutes
Application depth12–100mm
Open to trafficApproximately 4 hours
Compressive strength15.42N/mm² at 2 hours; 18.45 at 4 hours; 22.79 at 1 day; 50.53 at 7 days; 57.00 at 28 days
Tensile strength1.88N/mm² at 1 day; 3.11 at 7 days; 3.18 at 28 days
Flexural strength4.96N/mm² at 1 day; 5.23 at 7 days; 7.71 at 28 days
Bond strength1.17N/mm² at 1 day; 1.89 at 7 days; 1.70 at 28 days
DensityApproximately 2,250kg/m³
CoverageApproximately 1m² per 25KG bag at 12.5mm depth
YieldApproximately 12.5 litres per 25KG bag
CompositionSpecial cements and 6mm graded aggregate
ColourGrey; natural raw-material variation may occur without affecting consistency or characteristics
Packaging56 x 25KG paper bags per pallet
Total pallet weightApproximately 1,400KG
Temperature limitDo not use below 5°C during application or initial set
Approvals and useBT Approved, anti-vandal and approved for use on the London Underground and Overground
Other performanceShrinkage compensated and rapid setting

Download the QC6 technical datasheet (PDF).

Delivery & Returns Info

Our delivery charges are calculated based on the size and weight of your order. When you add items to your basket, the delivery charges are displayed. Small orders are distributed via courier; larger orders via Pallet Network. Collection is available from our Tamworth depot by request (contact us first to arrange on 0330 122 1025).

Please note, there is a slight surcharge for areas that are outside of our locality, charges calculated at checkout.

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0-13KG
(1 small bag/tub)
£14.00 £9.00
13.01-25KG
(1 large bag/tub)
£16.00 £10.00
25.01-50KG
(2 bags/tubs)
£26.00 £19.00
50.01-75KG
(3 bags/tubs)
£36.00 £28.00
75.01-100KG
(4-5 bags/tubs)
£46.00 £37.00
100.01-249KG
(6-9 bags/tubs)
£60.00 £45.00
249.01-750KG
(10 bags plus)
£68.00 £48.00
750.01KG plus
(30 bags plus)
£75.00 £55.00
Full Pallets
(56 bags/52 tubs)
£88.00 Free of charge
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Delivery Information

  • Prices apply to mainland England and Wales. Scottish delivery slight surcharge.
  • Orders are packed and dispatched Monday–Friday (excluding weekends & public holidays).

Next Working Day Delivery

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Delivery Examples

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  • Fri after 1PM/weekend → Packed Mon, delivered Tues (or Wed after a bank holiday).
  • Standard Service: 3–5 working days.

Notes

  • Occasional delays due to manufacturing, supply, or courier issues may happen, but we'll keep you informed.

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How to prepare the repair

  1. Saw-cut the edges to a minimum depth of 12mm. Do not feather-edge the repair.
  2. Remove oil, grease, dust, loose particles and other visible contamination. Work on a sound substrate.
  3. Pre-soak the area with clean water to help promote bond and reduce shrinkage, then remove all ponded water.
  4. Do not apply QC6 when the temperature is below 5°C during application or initial set.

Priming large repairs

For large-section repairs only, keep the substrate permanently damp, remove ponded water and scrub UltraScape Pro-Prime well into the substrate. Apply QC6 immediately after mixing while the primer is still wet.

How to mix QC6

  1. Use a forced-action mixer or mix vigorously by hand with a suitable tool.
  2. Add approximately 2.75 litres of water per 25KG bag of QC6.
  3. Mix to a stiff, consistent, no-slump material with all particles fully wetted.
  4. Mix only enough material to place within approximately 4 minutes. Never remix or add extra water.

Placing and finishing

  1. Apply the mixed concrete to the pre-soaked repair area at 12–100mm depth within 4 minutes.
  2. Firm it well into position with a float, paying particular attention to edges and thin sections.
  3. Level it to the surrounding surface and close the finish with a steel float or trowel to seal the edges.

Curing

Curing is not required for small patches. For large-section repairs, spray Ultra Floor Prime IT Multi-surface Primer immediately after achieving the surface finish. Apply a generous amount because QC6 hardens rapidly.

These are rapid-setting, high-strength, cement-based concrete repair mortars designed for quick repairs to concrete surfaces, highways, pavements, and industrial floors. QC10 and QC10F are fibre-reinforced options for extra durability, while QC6 is ideal for smaller repairs and lighter traffic areas.