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HOW TO BUILD HIGH QUALITY SLABS ON GRADE
Concrete slabs are used to support all weight, from patio furniture to semi-trailer trucks. With a wide range of purposes and support requirements, concrete slabs present many construction variables that must be considered before concrete placement begins. Slab pouring requires efficient planning so that all the elements that go into the production of high quality slabs are made on time (before the concrete sets) and are done correctly. Knowing the right finishing tools to use and the right time to start bull flotation and final smoothing are essential to avoid dust formation, fouling and cracking of the slab. It must also provide a firm and stable base for the concrete slab by comparatively compacting the subgrade. Neglecting this critical step can result in serious problems of slab and crevice settlement, especially in slabs located in a poor subsoil or exposed to heavy traffic conditions.

Stamped Concrete Driveway Creates an Impressive Entrance

Stamped concrete, often called textured or imprinted concrete, replicates stones, such as slate and flagstone, tile, brick and even wood. The wide variety of pattern and color choices make it popular for beautifying patios, pool decks, driveways and more. Additionally, it’s an affordable paving option that requires less maintenance than other materials.

Applications

Staining Concrete

Stamping Concrete

Concrete Overlays

Concrete Resurfacing

Concrete Polishing

Concrete Dyes

Colored Concrete

Colored sealers

Outdoor Concrete

Concrete Patios

Concrete Driveways

Concrete Pads

Concrete Pool Decks

Outdoor Kitchens & Counters

Outdoor Fireplace

Concrete Walkways

Concrete Pavers

Brick Pavers

Concrete Walls

Concrete Roof

Concrete pavers

Concrete pavers, often referred to as paving stones, are a popular outdoor flooring option. Similar to tiles, pavers are manufactured in a factory in specific shapes, sizes and colors and arrive on site ready to be installed. Pavers are most commonly installed over a compacted base of soil and sand. Because there isn’t any grout between the joints, concrete pavers offer a permeable surface that allows water to pass through. However, this also means that they may shift over time and that weeds could grow between the stones. Hiring a professional paver contractor to install your pavers, rather than laying them yourself, is the best way to protect your patio, driveway or sidewalk from these concerns.

The use of concrete pavers is growing rapidly on both commercial and residential construction projects. Interlocking pavers form a patterned surface which can be put into service immediately. Pavers are manufactured in various textures and colors. A big benefit of pavers is that they can be removed and re-installed, which reduces future service interruptions.