Learn how to use a grinder.
Easiest way to add a floor to cement.
An easy way to tell whether the floor is dry enough is to place a small piece of kitchen plastic wrap about 12 square to the surface of the concrete floor.
During new construction the builder installs drain lines and stubs that will connect to future plumbing fixtures before he pours the slab on grade.
How to cut a concrete floor for new plumbing.
Whether you want to refinish an uneven basement floor or replace or add new flooring on top of an existing concrete floor somewhere in your home you most likely will need to level the concrete floor.
Seal all edges with tape.
Drop a few marbles onto the floor in various areas around the room and then watch them roll.
The easy way to level a floor with sand and cement.
Typically the floor must be level and uniform within 3 16 inch every 10 feet.
Clean out any cracks with a wire brush and remove loose concrete chips by chipping away the loose concrete with a cold chisel and hammer.
Use a long level and tape measure to check that the floor is level.
The easiest method for covering a garage floor is to roll out mats made from rubber or polyvinyl plastic.
Finish the work by priming the surface and pouring a mix over it giving your concrete foundation a fresh new coat.
Adding fresh concrete is a common way to level out old slabs and patch damage.
The easy way to level a floor with sand and cement.
Use a concrete degreaser to remove any oil spills.
Some mats are like rugs others are textured and still others resemble padded gym mats.
If you plan on pouring a lot of concrete build a wood and mesh barrier first to ensure your new slab is strong.
Clear the garage floor of everything and then clean the floor thoroughly.
First cutting into a concrete pad is a costly endeavor and inevitably weakens its structural integrity.
Adding a bathroom in a basement garage area or in a home that sits on a slab traditionally requires cutting into concrete.
Sweep the floor using a stiff bristled broom to remove all loose dirt and debris.
If you are installing a locking or floating floor not attached to the subfloor just make sure that the subfloor is clean.
Over time concrete floors can settle unevenly or become uneven due to cracking and moisture.