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 …

Jul 15, 2020 · Hi. New to the forum. Our front door step which is made of exposed aggregate has developed a full length crack and at one end is starting to see some larger pieces of concrete …

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, …

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. …

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 …

Mar 5, 2008 · In practice, concrete materials (cement, sand, aggregate) are weighed out and compensated for the water they contain, but in a plant they are batched by WEIGHT. For …

Sep 27, 2009 · Here, concrete with the right aggregate and a retarder spray is the most common. I had a small exposed aggregate (12x22) section put in by a contractor friend and they ordered …

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 …