Ideally the floor would be at the same level as the adjacent floor…or lower due to limited headroom However raising a couple inches is not out of the question I get the impression that less than 2″ of concrete is not advisable Is ″ of gravel enough for a
Dad built a big machine shed in the 70 s concrete was 21$ a yard he said that was"too high i ll wait for it to come down" 40 some years later concrete is 121 a yard and it still has a gravel floor It sweats terribly anytime the weather changes if you can afford concrete do it
How to Use the Gravel Under Concrete Slab Calculator This calculator determines the amount of gravel required for laying a concrete slab Simply input the length and width of the slab area in feet the slab s thickness in inches and the intended depth of the gravel layer in inches and click Calculate How the Calculator Works
I don t want to do concrete because of the expense and it is overkill Any of you have a crushed limestone floor in a building Is it super dusty How deep Plastic liner under it I have heard you can pack it down with a roller or vibrating machine then water it and it locks it down almost like concrete Pea gravel or sifted gravel would move
I ve seen that gravel is generally recommended under basement floors but haven t yet been able to locate an article discussing garage floors In zone 5 SW MI Planning to use 2" reclaimed XPS under garage floor which is on high ground with sandy soil Excavator and builder say that floor should be sand XPS poly then concrete
One of the main differences is if you need gravel under the concrete patio slab or footing by many different names throughout North America from driveway gravel to 57 so we ll stick with the specific size instead of a nickname If moisture wicks through your slab and you have flooring on top of your slab then your flooring
That way you can eliminate the problem with standing water in a greenhouse Moreover in the summer gravel helps to retain moisture to up the humidity and in the winter it insulates the floor By laying gravel floor you can also damp down in the summer without worrying about condensation Factors that make the best greenhouse flooring for you 1
Remember maintaining and cleaning a gravel basement floor may require more effort than other types of flooring but with regular upkeep you can keep your floor looking its best By following these tips you can ensure that your gravel floor remains clean and free of debris making it a functional and attractive part of your basement space
2 part question 1 I m building a 2 car garage with upstairs apartment in zone 4 26 x 28 getting different opinions on whether the vapor barrier 6ml plastic should be under the 4 of gravel or on top of the gravel directly under slab Some are saying it is not good to pour concrete right on plastic although this seems to be the most common way to do it any input
Crushed stone is the best option for a patio base and experts recommend crushed stone size for a patio that is 3/4 inches in size Crushed stone comes in a wide range of sizes from pebble to boulder sized pieces and everything in between The size you choose depends on how much traffic your project is expected to take
It was and still is common to float cement on top of the floor for installation of ceramic tile It provides a level and firm substrate to which tile mortar thin set will adhere 1 1/2" seems a bit thick though maybe there were irregularities with the floor which had to be compensated for
I m looking for advice on how to fill up the space between the bottom of the concrete gravel board in my fence and the ground I have a terrible and irreparable relationship with my neighbour I installed a new concrete fence 45m and wooden panel post last year all legal and all on my side No part of the fence is on this battleax s land
Gravel Gravel is a budget friendly and simple to install flooring option for a gazebo It can give your outdoor space a charming and laid back appearance and provides excellent drainage However it may not be ideal for high foot traffic areas and it can be uncomfortable walking barefoot
A 4 inch thick concrete slab must be covered with 3 inches of gravel The best gravel is gravel with a depth of 3 inches but it is also ideal for a 4 slab floor Most driveways require at least 6 inches of stone crushed or gravel
Dad built a big machine shed in the 70 s concrete was 21$ a yard he said that was"too high i ll wait for it to come down" 40 some years later concrete is 121 a yard and it still has a gravel floor It sweats terribly anytime the weather changes if you can afford concrete do it
I have a post frame shed 12x16 there are posts at 6 on the short sides and every 4 on the long side posts are set 18" below grade on a 2" cap of cement over a few inches of well compacted gravel holes were all about 27" or so 2x6 girder runs level at the top very level all the way around around base
Sand would work ok under the gravel also since it going to allow water out fast Joined Apr 11 2017 Messages 264 Location Shelby KY Tractor KIOTI NX5510 Cab HST with Backhoe Save up for concrete took us 3 years with a gravel floor dealt with mice critters etc hooking up equipment on uneven surfaces finally through in the towel and
How to Insulate Under Concrete Slabs Insulating under concrete slabs is fairly simple Here are the basic steps to insulate a foundation slab Excavate in preparation for concrete pour taking into account the thickness of your insulation Make sure the ground surface is level and compacted Add a bed of gravel several inches deep for proper
What size gravel to use under concrete pad He also suggested 1" sand then 4" of 3/4" gravel compacted then the 4" concrete Am going to try that Thanks for your help Save Share Reply Quote Like This is an older thread you may not receive a response and could be reviving an old thread
