⚒️Calculating the amount of concrete needed is essential before beginning the project.
🚚Decide whether to buy bags of concrete or have a concrete truck deliver the concrete.
🎯String lines along the perimeter of the slab to ensure it slopes away from the house for proper drainage.
🔄Use two-by-fours as forms for the slab and stakes to hold them in place.
🔧Reinforce the slab with wire mesh or rebar to add strength and stability.
How do I calculate the amount of concrete needed?
—Use a concrete calculator online, inputting the thickness and dimensions of the slab.
What's the difference between bags and a concrete truck?
—Bags are cheaper per pound, while a concrete truck is more convenient for larger amounts.
How do I ensure proper drainage?
—Use string lines and a level to ensure the slab slopes away from the house.
What materials do I need for the forms?
—Use two-by-fours for the forms and stakes for stability.
Do I need to reinforce the slab?
—Reinforcement with wire mesh or rebar is recommended for strength and stability.
02:24Calculate the amount of concrete needed using an online concrete calculator.
04:00Choose between bags of concrete or a concrete truck for delivery.
08:10Use string lines and a level to ensure proper drainage of the slab.
15:20Build forms using two-by-fours and stakes for stability.
19:12Reinforce the slab with wire mesh or rebar for added strength.
22:08Pour the concrete into the forms and smooth it out using a bull float and magnesium trowel.
26:40Create expansion joints to control cracking on larger slabs.
30:59Leave the forms in place for seven days before removing them.
