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  1. Tapcons not grabbing cinder block - DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Dec 16, 2013 · Usually, the aggregate gradation will control the ability to hold a threaded anchor. Some aggregate types are better than others, but few block are made for nailing into.

  2. how to fill in voids/gaps after removing forms from concrete pour

    Aug 8, 2014 · I placed concrete in a form for a chimney cap. Just removed the forms and the outside surfaces that were in contact with the forms are very rough looking. I will need to fill all …

  3. New French Drain System: #57 or #4 crushed stone

    Sep 13, 2022 · In the aggregate industry, gravel is a natural product created by natural forces. Crushed stone, of course, is produced by mechanical rock crushing equipment. I'm told that …

  4. Load Capacity of driveway - Will a dump truck crack it?

    Aug 30, 2007 · It is actually 5" thick with rebar over gravel and is the same concrete they used for the foundation (decent sized aggregate throughout). It is built on over a foot and a half of …

  5. Permanently boarding up basement window with concrete

    Jun 24, 2023 · Hey So before I start let me reassure everybody, I've spoken with my local BI and I am authorized to permanently board up that basement window since its already unusable as …

  6. shouldn't I have gravel under concrete footers?

    Sep 28, 2012 · I live in the state of Georgia and I am having a couple of second story decks built. Our contractor is telling me that a layer of gravel is not needed under the concrete footers. I …

  7. Issue with new asphalt driveway | DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Jul 25, 2016 · Are there prominent obstructions close to the areas with the large exposed aggregate? Obstructions like garage, house, flower beds or anything that would prevent …

  8. How long does it take before mortar can be rained on?

    Jun 17, 2023 · A lot of that stuff has larger sand aggregate. I've never used pre-mix mortar in a grout bag. I always use mason sand from a gravel plant, and mortar from a masonry supply …

  9. What type of gravel for my parking area - DIY Home Improvement …

    Jan 3, 2013 · I have a small concrete driveway that opens up to a backyard shed past a fence gate. I park my trucks, trailer and store stuff there. There is a little bit of existing gravel but I'd …

  10. Grinding an uneven floor after a botched self-leveling job!

    May 4, 2018 · Hard Concrete (Red) = Softest bond. For use on concrete that contains low amounts of abrasive aggregate. Medium Concrete (Grey) = Medium bond. General purpose …