| Working with Concrete Contributor(s): Arnold, Rick (Author) |
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ISBN: 1561586145 ISBN-13: 9781561586141 Publisher: Taunton Press OUR PRICE: $33.24 Product Type: Paperback Published: May 2003 Annotation: - Over 1.2 million copies sold in Taunton's For Pros/By Pros series |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Construction - General - Architecture | Methods & Materials |
| Dewey: 624.183 |
| LCCN: 2002155502 |
| Series: For Pros By Pros |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 8.5" W x 10.8" (1.20 lbs) 192 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Whether you're pouring a concrete walkway or staking out the excavation for a basement foundation, doing the job right demands a thorough knowledge of concrete construction techniques. In Working with Concrete, veteran builder Rick Arnold explains everything from mix characteristics and formwork options to waterproofing details and repair procedures. You'll benefit from Arnold's years as a general contractor, framer, and foundation contractor as he offers time- and money-saving advice that comes from understanding the subject from all angles. Get the rock-solid results youre after with this comprehensive guide to building with concrete. prepare a site for excavation evaluate soil conditions lay out footings and foundation walls use site-made and manufactured forms install proper reinforcement in footings, walls, and flat work estimate and order ready-mix concrete test and evaluate concrete quality before the pour build walkways, patios, steps, and slabs from start to finish |
Contributor Bio(s): Arnold, Rick: - Rick Arnold lives in North Kingstown, RI. |