WAYS TO USE A CONCRETE FLOOR GRINDER Many of today's grinders can serve multiple functions and are generally more adaptable than other types of surface prep equipment, especially when it comes to decorative work. They are good for the following applications: ...
I think he meant to put a single step there but forgot. Now there is a concrete slab to the left and right of this gap (and this slab sticks out about 5 inches from the wall where it meets the floor into the garage), plus the concrete floor of the garage. There is nothing on ...
If self-leveling concrete is uneven, patchy, or otherwise unacceptable, the easiest way to fix it is to add another layer of self-leveling compound that will set evenly. What happens if you add too much water to self-leveling compound? When too much water is added to the self-leveling co...
Cold planers grind and remove asphalt or concrete, preparing paved surfaces for new pavement. From fixing slab cracks and broken curbs to road and sidewalk repair, cold planers break up old asphalt or concrete, mill the material, and move it to a container for later recycling. These machines...
The backs on many old cook stoves crack with overheating or uneven heating. The hard part in welding cast iron is that the piece will be heated in use, and most welds look great before use, then "pop" when heated up. The piece needs to be heated fully till it is cherry red and ...
My basement is already 2×4 framed about 1.5″ from concrete wall. The previous owners used fiberglass insulation which I have removed. I was able to slip 1″ XPS behind the framing, but can not get them to adhere due to the concrete wall being uneven. Any advice on how to get them ...
Repairing cracks in concrete is not as difficult as it might seem to someone who has never done it before. It basically involves cleaning out the cracks, then using either a concrete patching compound or concrete caulk to fill the space. For larger cracks, a little sand can be added before...