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Lean concrete is used to provide a level surface , where main foundation (raft, iso lated or any other type) can be placed. also another purpose is protection of main foundation from soil below, as moisture or other chemicals in soil like sulphates may attack concrete and can weaken it
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What is the use of lean concrete?
Main function of the lean concrete is to provide the uniform surface to the foundation concrete and to prevent the direct contact of foundation concrete from the soil. Lean concrete is used under the foundations.
What different of blinding concrete vs lean concrete?
a blinding concrete is a thin layer of lean concrete
Concrete Foundation Installation?
form_title=Concrete Foundation Installation form_header=7683 Have there been any completed structural drawings for this project?*= () Yes () No Which kind of concrete foundation would you like?*= () Poured concrete slab foundation () Concrete pier foundation () Poured concrete basement () Concrete block foundation () Poured concrete foundation with crawlspace () Want recommendation Please specify what the purpose of the foundation is.*= () Foundation for a new home () Foundation for a mobile home () Existing foundation is beyond repair () Foundation for addition or small structure
What is the difference between leAn concrete and ready mix concrete?
Lean mix concrete is used for substructures like foundations,piles,etc.,Ready mix concrete is used for superstructures and also for mass construction.Generally, quality of ready mix concrete is good when compared to the lean mix concrete.Workability of lean mix concrete is high when compared to RMC.
What is the difference between lean and blind concrete?
Blind Concrete
What is better base foundation between gravel bed or lean concrete?
The choice between a gravel bed and lean concrete as a base foundation depends on the specific application and site conditions. Gravel beds provide excellent drainage and flexibility, making them suitable for areas with high moisture or where soil movement is expected. On the other hand, lean concrete offers a stable, solid base that can support heavy loads and is less susceptible to erosion. Ultimately, the best option will depend on factors such as soil type, load requirements, and environmental conditions.
What mix is used for dry lean concrete?
Dry lean concrete is used as a sub base for structural concrete. It contains much less cement and more sand compared to structural concrete.
What grade of concrete is laid for bed of foundation?
Full basement is the grade of concrete that is laid for foundation.
What type of foundation would most commonly be used for a deck or porch?
concrete piers and a concrete foundation
How much weight can you put on top of a 10000 gallon concrete water tank?
there is not nearly enough information provided to answer your question. it isn't important that it is a tank or that it is a water tank. what is important is the thickness of the concrete, the shape it makes, the amount and location of reinforcing steel inside the concrete, the type of concrete, the foundation and the soil the foundation is on, how high in the air the top of this tank is (has repercussions for seismic areas), etc.
Is lean concrete the same as flowable fill?
yes
How much does a yard of lean concrete cost?
I think it is twice the cost of ready mix concrete?
