Case Study - Free-standing Concrete Stairway. Concrete, forms, broken concrete repair, techniques, photos, masonry services. Stone fireplaces, cultured stone.

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	Pouring Concrete Shovelling concrete into position. A magnesium float is then used to prepare the surface. A wood float is used next for a smooth surface. An 'edging tool' rounds the edges, making them less likely to chip.
Rebar The concrete has fibre-strands throughout, adding great strength. There is steel mesh at the bottom, rebar set into stairs. The rebar is pressed in at least two inches deep.
	Curing Here you can see the edging, the parged sides, gentle slopes, brushed steps.
Done! A strong set of new stairs, of even height, built to last. Without damaging the grass or walkway.

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