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Should a sidewalk be made of cement or concrete?
Concrete is what you make a sidewalk from. To make concrete, you mix Portland cement, sand, gravel (aggregate) and water. The cement holds the aggregate together.
What should be the thickness of a concrete sidewalk?
It depends on the size of the sections, but generally, no less than 4 inches.
Should there be wire mesh in sidewalk?
Wire mesh should always be placed in a sidewalk. The wire mesh reinforces concrete that is only strong in compression. The concrete expands and contract in the summer and winter and the mesh will minimize cracking. It also helps when your neighbor drives his pick up truck across your sidewalk. Whenever a concrete road/bridge deck is placed reinforcing steel or heavy mesh is in it. The state agency doesn't do it unless it's needed.
How many yards of crushed concrete do you need for a 150'x12' driveway?
Crushed concrete is sold by the ton. One dumptruck will haul between 13 and 15 tons. Your driveway should take around 30 tons if covered 4" thick.
What type of concrete should you use when making a concrete bench?
The best concrete for making a concrete bench is Bench concrete.
Should a sidewalk be made of cement or concrete?
Concrete is what you make a sidewalk from. To make concrete, you mix Portland cement, sand, gravel (aggregate) and water. The cement holds the aggregate together.
What should be the thickness of a concrete sidewalk?
It depends on the size of the sections, but generally, no less than 4 inches.
Should there be wire mesh in sidewalk?
Wire mesh should always be placed in a sidewalk. The wire mesh reinforces concrete that is only strong in compression. The concrete expands and contract in the summer and winter and the mesh will minimize cracking. It also helps when your neighbor drives his pick up truck across your sidewalk. Whenever a concrete road/bridge deck is placed reinforcing steel or heavy mesh is in it. The state agency doesn't do it unless it's needed.
How many yards of crushed concrete do you need for a 150'x12' driveway?
Crushed concrete is sold by the ton. One dumptruck will haul between 13 and 15 tons. Your driveway should take around 30 tons if covered 4" thick.
Should I buy a Concrete or a fiberglass septic tank?
When deciding if you should buy a concrete or a fiberglass septic tank, you must consider where you will put it and how you will get it there. Fiberglass is easier to handle, but such tanks may be crushed by the weight of the dirt around them if they are emptied, while concrete tanks can withstand that pressure.
Should your sidewalk be higher than the lawn?
Yes, it should be. If the sidewalk is not higher than the lawn water will collect on top of the sidewalk when it rains. If the temperature drops below freezing the sidewalk could crack.
Can Deramaxx be crushed?
No, Deramaxx tablets or capsules should not be crushed - they should be administered whole.
When possible pedestrians should walk?
When possible, pedestrians should walk: On the right side of the road to avoid oncoming cars.
When giving aspirin to dogs for arthritis should it be crushed or left whole?
Crushed!
How much should it cost to pour a concrete sidewalk Memphis TN?
In Memphis, TN the cost of having a professional contractor pour concrete on a driveway averages from $5 to $9 per square foot. The addition of a sealant to preserve a driveway can cost as much as $18 per square foot in Memphis, TN.
Can you lay concrete tile on dirt without a base?
The answer to your question is yes you can, however it should hold for about a week or so but not last. What you want to do is pour about 3" of concrete and then install the tile.
Can celery seeds be crushed?
Absolutely. Unless directed otherwise, celery seed should be crushed.
