CONCRETE

Lesson shows the calculation of the controlling `safe' load for a reinforced concrete beam using the Stength Design Approach.

Lesson shows the calculation of the immediate deflection due to Live load for a reinforced concrete beam including the calcualtion of the Effective Moment of Inertia based on the Applied Moment at the Safe Service Load level.

A narrative of a DIY project. Installing a concrete vanity and sink.

Article shows example with discussion regarding specifications and requirements that should be included in the Construction Documents for a Concrete House.

Article shows example calculations for the investigation of whether or not an existing plain concrete slab can be used to support a new post.

Article discusses the load combinations in the Strength Design approach for Structural Concrete. These combinations include effective load factors, which are factors of safety that account for uncertainty in the loads.

Instead of trying to drive a nail into that concrete wall, learn the right way to hang artwork using a concrete screw and wall fastener.

The biggest problem with painted concrete is its ability to chip and flake (aka, spalling). Sadly, once this starts there is nothing you can do to stop it.

Lesson discusses the prescriptive limitations in the Code allowing us to `not' have to do detailed calculations with regard to deflections. Lesson also discusses creep in reinforced concrete.

Lesson covers the basic design equations and requirements for the design and detailing of shear reinforcement in reinforced concrete beams.

Lesson provides basic equations for shear strength in reinforced concrete with example calculations.

Lesson describing the Code requirements of reinforced concrete walls with link to calculation example.

A guide to the process of creating new concrete walkways or sidewalks. A step by step guide on everything from building forms to ordering and pouring the concrete.

A how-to guide on mixing concrete correctly.

Lesson describes and illustrates calculating the uniform and concentrated loads that will break a laboratory plain concrete beam. Also discussed are factors of safety.

Lesson describes and gives examples of calculating self weight line loads, area loads, and weight per inch of thickness for normal weight plain and reinforced concrete.

Learn about the various types of concrete stains that you can use to transform the look of grey cement to something similar to polished marble. Great for pool surrounds, cement flooring and cement countertops.

Tips and Tricks on how to stain concrete with acid.

With stamped concrete floors, you can get the look of an expensive material while gaining the durability and affordability of concrete. Read on for how to plan your pattern, mix the ideal concrete slump for your project, and maintain the surface.

Concrete Roof tiles have evolved in the production and durability, more then 100 years. These tiles are available in various types, provide many advantages & few disadvantages. Proper care & maintenance increases longevity of roof tiles.