When should you not use self leveling concrete?
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When should you not use self leveling concrete?
When Self-Leveling Concrete Should Not Be Used There are some indoor/outdoor applications that may make sense (a covered-but-exposed garage floor, for example), but most 100\% outdoor applications won’t be a fit for self-leveling concrete. Also, any vertical surface won’t be a candidate for self-leveling concrete.
What kind of concrete do you use for a garage floor?
The IRC requires that slabs be built with concrete with compressive strengths from 2500 to 3500 psi, depending on the climate. ACI goes further and recommends 4500-psi concrete for garages in the northern half of the country.
How do you level an uneven garage floor?
Garage Floor Leveling Compound vs. Slab Jacking
- Step 1: Clean the low area thoroughly.
- Step 2: Use a straightedge to gauge the depth of any concrete depression.
- Step 3: Use self-leveling concrete filler consisting of latex, epoxy, or some combination thereof.
- Step 4: Allow the garage floor leveling compound to cure.
Does self-leveling concrete crack?
A DIY self-levelling cement job might look good for a few months, maybe even a couple years. But if it’s not done properly, eventually it can start to crack. If your floors move or bounce, that cement can crack, too.
How thick should concrete be for a garage floor?
The concrete slab should be four-inches thick at least; it needs to be thicker if heavy equipment will rest on it. Building codes offer requirements for the concrete mix, which vary by region.
How thick should a concrete base be for a garage?
So what constitutes a good garage base?
- The base itself should be 4″ thick in the main and 8″ thick around the outer edges.
- Underneath the concrete there should be a minimum 4″ of compacted hardcore.
- The edges of the base should be troweled off or chamferred to allow any water to drain off.
How much does it cost to level a garage floor?
Cost of Concrete Leveling
| Concrete Leveling Cost | |
|---|---|
| National average cost | $1,500 |
| Average range | $500 – $1,700 |
| Minimum cost | $180 |
| Maximum cost | $2,500 |
Is it OK to pour concrete on dirt?
Long story short, yes you can pour concrete over dirt.
Does garage floor need rebar?
No, rebar is not required. Garage floors are poured last. Generally the thickness is usually about 4″ minimum plus. Many builders will not use rebar, nor do many provide control cuts.