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    First timer DIY garage builder

    This thread is the continuity of http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=9685 Well, since I poured the concrete myself, I think I'll be even prouder of this garage and may even have money to build some toys inside. The pour went well, but the forms bent out of shape in the back, but...
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    I'm broke, inexperienced, but I'm doing it anyway

    I have been lurking and absorbing infos on this forum for a while now. The 3 millions re-bar carpet machine that I was working on have been returned to Italy and as an operator/mechanic, I have been laid off. So UI is paying me now and while I check for a nice job, I get some free time to...
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    Rebar vs square mesh

    I'll start digging very soon to prepare my 16 x 24 slab. I'm calculating the cost of the mesh and it seem expensive to me so I was wondering if the 10mm mesh every square foot will be enough to hold my slab on grade together. Would it be better of weaker than 1/8 wire every 6 inches ?? So I...
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    Frost protected shallow foundations

    Hi there, first post here, I live in Victoriaville, Quebec, Canada. I'm looking to build a 24 x 17 garage to complement our house, all on a tight budget. This board is a great source of inspiration. I searched a lot to find a way to pour a homemade concrete slab, but here the frost line can...
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