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Davo J:
I also like threads like this and will be watching with interest.
Looks like you have put a lot of work in already. :beer:
Dave
HS93:
one tip , the slab should be free floating in that you also put 25mm of expanded polystyrene up to skirting level , so the slab is fully wrapped bottom and ends in polystyrene.
Peter
Marauder:
When i had prepared the ground ready for the concrete slab,Some one told me to have fiberglass material added to the mix as it strengthens up the slab so i phoned the company and they said yea no problem it will cost a little more so i had it added,,Just a thought when you order the concrete ask how much for the fiberglass material to be added.
Davo J:
Don't forget you can get colour added if you want as well. It's available over here, so you should be able to get it over their. It will save on paint if you are thinking of going that way, but much cheaper.
My floor was finished with a helicopter type finishing machine which leaves a smooth finish. It is a lot easier to sweep than the standard float finished floor and machinery etc, will roll around easier as well.
Mine has been down for 30+ years and is still in great shape.
Even if you have to pay someone to come around with a machine to do it, it is worth it and you wont regret it. When it's wet it's not slippery like paint. You can still do all the form work, pour and screed, etc yourself, and he just runs the machine over when the concrete has gone off a bit.
Dave
ChriX:
Thanks for the tips. I will definitely get fibreglass in the mix. I have an offer from someone who has done a lot of fine-finished slabs to help out so will be OK I think, but I may get a quote from a power-finish guy as well. We have decided to drop the floor insulation and just have mats/floor covering where necessary to keep the feet warm.
Could someone take a look at my wall diagram and give me some feedback? Not really sure about the membranes/insulation combo and what order things should go in.
In the meantime here are some more photos:
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