Aug 12, 2024 · Here's what I was thinking pea gravel 2" around post then pour 2 bags concrete. I did this on a few posts then noticed after a rain storm the water just pooling and sitting on the …

Jul 8, 2007 · Initially I thought that it was staining (like mildew) because the underlying color is black. But then I noticed that the downspouts were depositing large amounts of shingle …

Dec 8, 2011 · It is not very often I disagree with Bondo, but there is a very nice little rail and water rig you can clamp to the Skill-saw and I get great results in little time.

Jul 27, 2018 · We had a new driveway and walkway poured 7 days ago. It is exposed aggregate that looked OK wet when first washed to expose the small rocks. As it dries/cures, however, …

Jan 3, 2013 · I have a small concrete driveway that opens up to a backyard shed past a fence gate. I park my trucks, trailer and store stuff there. There is a little bit of existing gravel but I'd …

Jan 28, 2009 · Im building my home and I'm not into concrete at all but I recently hired a well known concrete finisher to pour and finish my driveways and patio, It has been very cold here …

Sep 28, 2012 · Welcome to the forum! footing should bear upon undisturbed virgin soil. the only time gravel/stone comes into play is when the excavation has been done too deep and instead …

Mar 14, 2024 · And if you mean the existing "aggregate" is exposed aggregate finish, I would put an expansion joint if aesthetics were important (if seen) between the two finishes. Also, not …

Nov 3, 2021 · I'm having a hard time deciding what to do with the base aggregate for a retaining wall build. I've dug a trench about 18" deep. I put in my base aggregate which is 2A limestone. …

Jul 7, 2010 · Grout is a high slump material. Concrete is 3"-4" slump and grout specifications require an 8"-1" slump, so it is much wetter and the maximum aggregate size is less. The …