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VDF Flooring stands for Vacuum Dewatered Flooring. This is a special technique to do the Concrete Flooring to increase the Compressive Strength, Tensile Strength, Abrasion Resistance and to minimize the Shrinkage and Floor Wraps.
Tying Line Dori (Threads) as per the slope requirements, Laying Steel Channels at spacing of 4 Meters in straight lines along the Line Dori, Taking levels as per the slope, Fixing the channels using concrete and left to set for a minimum of 24 hours, pouring the concrete in between the channels, spreading using Shovel(Kudal/Parahs), Compacting the concrete using Double Beam Screed Vibrator running over the channels twice to achieve maximum compaction, final levelling of the concrete using the Bull Float/Aluminimum Bottom (also called Fanti/Baddha) running over the channels, leaving the surface to get set for next 4-5 Hours while the surface is strong enough to bear the load of the floater machine by giving an imprint not more than 5 mm (time depending upon the factors like water content in concrete, moisture in the substrate, weather conditions etc), application of the Power Floater on the surface until the surface is sufficiently compacted & levelled with no major lines appearing anymore, final finishing using the Power Trowel and trowelling until the required finish isachieved.
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What is the tolerance for VDF flooring?
Tolerance of VDF Flooring 5mm
What is the full form of VDF flooring?
The full form of VDF Flooring is VACUUM DEWATERED FLOORING.
What is difference between vdf flooring and epoxy flooring?
VDF flooring is suitable for heavy traffic movement and high abrasion. Epoxy flooring requires curing of the concrete before application.
What is alkathene paper which is used for VDF flooring?
Alkathene Sheets are manufactured from a "new generation" virgin low density polyethylene. It is used as underlay for the VDF Flooring works.
What is the cost of vdf flooring per sqm?
The Cost of VDF Flooring is Rs.45 - 55 per Sqmt. This includes only the labor charges and doesn't include the cost of Concrete.
What is the cost per sft for vdf flooring?
The Cost of VDF Flooring is Rs. 4-5 per Sft for areas more than 10,000 Sft. Areas less than this is done on Lump sum basis.
What is the ratio for vdf flooring?
The Vacuum Dewatered Flooring or VDF Flooring is a system for laying high quality concrete floors where the key is Dewatering of Concrete by Vacuum Process wherein surplus water from the concrete is removed immediately after placing and vibration, thereby reducing the water: cement ratio to the optimum level.
Which IS code has tolerance limit of VDF flooring?
The tolerance limits for VDF (Vapor Diffusion Resistant) flooring are specified in IS 456:2000, which is the Indian Standard for plain and reinforced concrete. This code outlines the permissible deviations in construction dimensions, surface flatness, and levelness for concrete floors, including VDF. It is essential to follow these guidelines to ensure the quality and durability of the flooring. Always refer to the latest version of the code for any updates or changes.
What is the thickness of the concrete for vdf flooring?
The thickness of concrete for a VDF (Vapor Diffusion Floor) flooring typically ranges from 4 to 6 inches, depending on the specific application and load requirements. For industrial and commercial settings, thicker slabs may be used to accommodate heavier loads or increased durability. Proper reinforcement and curing methods are also essential to ensure the floor's performance and longevity.
Is Quick-Step brand flooring easy to install?
Yes, Quick-Step brand flooring is easy to install.They specialize in flooring options which are easy to install individually and there are videos available to see their installation procedure.
What is difference between ips flooring and vdf flooring?
An IPS(Indian Patent Stone) Floor, is generally used over terraces in general, to achieve an economical and water sloping finish with a decent monolithic appearance.... However the IPS finish may even be used for other interior and semi-interior areas as the need may be, but in areas, where required structural strength by a floor would be more eg. Car Parks, Workshops and Driveways, a similar kind of a multi-layered flooring using lean concrete in a different proportion altogether may be utilised......Unlike IPS, a VDF floor calls for a more skilled labour with almost twice as many man hours over the same stretch..... This system raises the cost as there is machinery required, but appearance wise and strength wise the VDF (Vacuum Dewatered Floor) floor stands out...... The VDF is generally done with a base layer of lean concrete with suitable expansion joints executed with rubber or steel strips... Then a screed vibrator is run over the surface, supported on channel shuttering spaced 4.0 meters apart. The screed vibrator is run twice to achieve optimum compaction & leveling. After this a system of lower mats & top mat is laid on the green concrete & this is attached to a vacuum pump. This draws out excess water.
What is the proper procedure for laying down wood flooring?
One should follow certain steps for laying down wood flooring. One should first pre-drill the holes for the nails. Then, one should spread the wood across the room to create the layout. One should use a flooring nailer to nail down the rows of wood.
