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How to form and pour a concrete slab

In most cases, you’ll measure from the lot line to position the slab parallel to it. Start to prepare the site for concrete ...
Concrete is the unsung hero of residential construction. From driveways and sidewalks to patios and, most importantly, ...
Applying control-joint filler demands balancing hardness to transfer loads, flexibility to move with the slabs and application timing to minimize tearing. A control joint (or contraction joint) is ...
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Tips for Extending a Concrete Slab Without Mistakes

Learn how to properly extend a concrete slab, from prepping the area to pouring and finishing the new section. This video ...
Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Many people struggle with fastening to concrete–and other masonry surfaces, such as ...
Q. There’s a wide ugly gap between my concrete outdoor patio slab and the slab my house is built on. I’m trying to determine whether to caulk the crack or fill it with some cement-based patching ...