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  1. Polymeric sand in cement driveway control joints

    Apr 30, 2022 · I was thinking of putting Polymeric sand in the control joints of my cement driveway to prevent dirt, debris, and insects collecting in it. Would dumping polymeric sand directly into …

  2. Grinding an uneven floor after a botched self-leveling job!

    May 4, 2018 · Hard Concrete (Red) = Softest bond. For use on concrete that contains low amounts of abrasive aggregate. Medium Concrete (Grey) = Medium bond. General purpose …

  3. How to sand a concrete floor? - DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Feb 21, 2009 · I am trying to prepare an interior concrete floor for acid staining. About 3" out from an exterior wall the surface is very rough & slightly raised. Is there a way to sand this service …

  4. Best concrete mix for chimney cap (crown) - DIY Home …

    Sep 18, 2024 · Hello, I am ready to pour concrete into a 24" X 24" form set on top of the brick chimney. I need help with selecting the correct pre-mixed concrete. My cap will be 3" thick at …

  5. Whats The Best Base Material For Concrete Driveway

    Oct 2, 2015 · Hi Can someone please tell me the difference between these and which is the best for Southern Minnesota? Long cold winters and clay soil sand sand gravel mix sand red …

  6. Cure times re: Quickcrete mortar and sand topping mix

    Jun 4, 2020 · Most concrete mixes can be stepped on in a couple of days, but it really depends on the weather. There are some mixes that are treated with an agent for a quicker drying time, …

  7. Leveling concrete slab in the basement - DIY Home Improvement …

    Nov 21, 2016 · Thank you Jazman for your advice. I did use couple bags of sand mix to obtain a much smoother top surface when I was reinstating the slab after laying down some plumbing. …

  8. Uh Oh - No Sand in mortar - DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Dec 22, 2011 · The sand in mortar performs two functions. First, silica sand, being less expensive than cement, inexpensively expands the volume of the mortar. With an optimum amount of …

  9. Gravel Or Sand - DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Jul 10, 2010 · What is the difference between useing gravel or sand as a bed over compacted soil in order to lay a concrete slab? I hear of both. And, I have always heard that wet sand is 100% …

  10. Mixing sand with paint - DIY Home Improvement Forum

    Sep 14, 2009 · Second question is Pool Filter sand good enough for mixing with paint ? I looked at the play sand and its very dirty but this pool sand thats used for pool filters seemed very …