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Building Concrete Slab Forms

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What happens here

Construct a 4-inch (10 cm) high frame using 2x4 lumber around the prepared area. Secure the frame with stakes and screws, ensuring it aligns perfectly with the existing concrete slab. Crucially, establish a slight slope within the frame to allow for proper drainage away from the house, preventing water accumulation. Use a level to verify the slope.

Goal: Create a stable and properly sloped form for the concrete slab.

Tools and materials

  • 2x4 Lumber — Constructing the formwork for the concrete slab
  • Circular Saw DeWalt — Cutting the 2x4s to size
  • Cordless Drill/Driver DeWalt — Assembling the formwork with screws
  • Level — Ensuring proper slope for drainage
  • Measuring Tape — Taking measurements for cuts
  • Screws — Assembling the formwork
  • Speed Square — Ensuring accurate 90-degree angles for cuts
  • Wood Stakes — Securing the formwork in place

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brain we just have to do it [Music] all right little tip rate last thing probably the most important thing as we're getting everything the frame set is during the direct to consider drainage because these slabs they are flat this week but they drain away from the house this is going to be a level this way and of course it has to drain away so we have to make sure that is accounted for before which they're pouring our concrete [Music]

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