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Yes you can. As in a post or column situation. Technically you should find the "below ground" treatment grade. I have seen the "above ground used many times...
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What are the pros and cons for a poured concrete basement and a wood-base basement?
True termites don't eat concrete. I would suggest concrete just because if there is any water damage it does't effect it as much. If you had a wooden basment,humidity and temperature would have a major factor on it's annual outcome. If it is fully finished with insulation and drywall, with a concrete foundation you can use a wood flooring. Concrete is you best bet, you can put almost anything you want on top of it, carpeting, tiles, wood , I would suggest a floating wood floor if any wood at all.
Why is reinforced concrete better than normall concrete?
reinforced concrete is better than unreinforced concrete for one major reason. concrete is an extremely strong material when it is put under pressure. however, when tension forces are introduced it will tend to fail without reinforcement. short answer: unreinforced concrete will handle a lot of weight, but it is very brittle. source: carpenter
What is the process of laminating wood?
If you take a thin sheet of wood, coat the top with glue, put another thin sheet of wood on top of the first one and apply pressure onto the sheets of wood so that they are squashed together then you have created laminated wood
How long does treated wood last?
ANSWER:Under optimal conditions, 15-20 years. In the direct sunlight, with no added treatments on your part, as little as 3-5 years. 20 years lucky ....15 maximum for treated wood, now when you retreat it over and over you keep weakening it further and further because all wood preservatives soften the fibers and naturally the result is crumbly wood but all wood preserved not exposed to the environment could outlive you, inotherwards the fence posts you put into the ground will rot above ground and 50 years later the part under the ground will likely still be as fresh and new as when you put them into the ground ...even a treated wood foundation for a playhouse or shed will still be like new .
What are the pros and cons of a poured concrete basement versus a treated wood basement?
Im also a Builder, and a lot of my business is repairing damaged Concrete foundations. The weight of the Concrete foundation, as well as its failure to move during the frost heave cycles allows for cracks and eventually failure. (EVERYONE WITH A CONCRETE FOUNDATION HAS CRACKS IN IT, CONCRETE CRACKS, THATS WHY THERE ARE CONTROL JOINTS EVERY FOUR FEET IN SIDEWALKS IS TO KEEP THE CRACK STRAIGHT) Lateley I have been building only PWF (Permanent Wood Foundations). SIDEBAR:: It is a huge misconception that wood foundations don't perform in wet areas. There original intent was for areas that were too wet for building. The wood foundations work like a boat (which if you remember were also all wood at one time):: There is no question about the engineering of PWF's, only about the longevity. I've heard everything from "the guy at the wood treating facility might forget to mix the chemicals right, so the wood wont last" That's like saying that the concrete driver might get caught in traffic and hose down the crete to make it last longer. WATER DOES NOT ROT WOOD!! I'll repeat WATER DOES NOT ROT WOOD!! a fungus that thrives in wet wood causes rot. However, if every wood cell is masked with copper cells, from the pressure treating process, the fungus wont think twice about eating it. Of Course everything is based on quality, there are cases where inexperienced contractors build a poorly designed wood foundation (Foundation Grade Lumber with a PWF stamp must be used), but if built properly, wood foundations will last 100's of years. They are warmer, LESS likely to leak then any concrete or block foundation, ready to be finished, and a breeze to remodel, and in the RARE instance that a poorly built PWF Fails, very easy to repair compared to CONCRETE. Remember that most of the eastern coastal towns are built on wood foundations, not to mention the 200 year old logs that are being harvested from the bottom of lake Michigan. Most older builders will never give wood foundations a chance. Many of them still wont use O.S.B, or they still put plastic on interiors of walls under the drywall, and disregard several technological advances in the field of construction. Research for yourself. There are over 500,000 PWF's in the Midwest alone.
How do you Build the foundation for a home?
you build forms,lay in rebar,pore concrete,put in J bolts,to bolt your 2X6 pressure treated wood to.then floor joists.
Is a floor frame for a metal shed and is it an alternative if you dont have a concrete ground for it to be put on?
yes you can use a framed floor for a metal shed, however you may want to pour a concrete footer (stem wall) to keep the wood up off the ground, or use concrete blocks to support it. And use pressure treated wood.
How do you stop wood ducks pooping on your concrete driveway?
put bleach on your driveway
What is the Standard for Concrete cube Testing?
The standard for concrete cube testing is to put the cube under increased pressure. The pressure is increased until the cube breaks and determines the cubes compression strength.
What are the pros and cons for a poured concrete basement and a wood-base basement?
True termites don't eat concrete. I would suggest concrete just because if there is any water damage it does't effect it as much. If you had a wooden basment,humidity and temperature would have a major factor on it's annual outcome. If it is fully finished with insulation and drywall, with a concrete foundation you can use a wood flooring. Concrete is you best bet, you can put almost anything you want on top of it, carpeting, tiles, wood , I would suggest a floating wood floor if any wood at all.
How can you connect a wood porch to a concrete porch?
I would use a large lag bolt and connect a 2x6 or 2x8 to the vertical concrete side putting a lag bolt every 12 to 16 inches. This will give you a good lege to hange some joist hangers from. Then just use the joist hangers to connect the joist's from your wood deck to the concrete deck. Be sure to use very long lag bolts at least 2.5 to 3 inches long.
How do you glue Perspex to Wood?
100 % clear silicone is best for wood to perspex. Put pressure or weight on joint for at least 6 hours.
Is wood stain or concrete stain better to put on tile floor?
Concrete stain would be your bestbet. But u need to treat the surface before you stain. Go to Home Depot or Lowe's and ask for the prep info.
Why is reinforced concrete better than normall concrete?
reinforced concrete is better than unreinforced concrete for one major reason. concrete is an extremely strong material when it is put under pressure. however, when tension forces are introduced it will tend to fail without reinforcement. short answer: unreinforced concrete will handle a lot of weight, but it is very brittle. source: carpenter
What is the process of laminating wood?
If you take a thin sheet of wood, coat the top with glue, put another thin sheet of wood on top of the first one and apply pressure onto the sheets of wood so that they are squashed together then you have created laminated wood
Can A collapsed lung cause cardiac arrest?
If not treated your blood pressure will lower, Which will put you in risk of Cardiac Arrest. Short Answer: It is possible.
How do you build a simple deck?
Building a simple deck is simple of course. But you will need a lot of tools that include drills, bolts, screwdrivers, saws and concrete mix. You will have to make the deck first using wood, cutting the wood into smaller pieces and shapes after measuring where you want to put your deck. After doing this you can start on the concrete, mix the concrete with the water until wet, and begin to place on the space you wish the deck to be.
