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How to form and pour a concrete slab

In most cases, you’ll measure from the lot line to position the slab parallel to it. Start to prepare the site for concrete ...
Concrete is the most widely used construction material, so developing ways to make it more durable can improve infrastructure ...
A construction site dating back nearly 2,000 years to the putative demise of Pompeii in 79 CE has revealed new evidence for the secret behind Ancient Rome's ultra-durable concrete.
Lime granules trapped in ancient walls show Romans relied on a reactive hot-mix method to making concrete that could now ...
Back in 2023, we reported on MIT scientists’ conclusion that Romans employed “hot mixing” with quicklime, among other ...
Scientists excavating the ruins of Pompeii have discovered a construction site left frozen in time by the eruption of Italy's ...
Learn why inspecting concrete form ties is crucial for a solid pour. A practical look at how careful checks ensure safety and ...
Concrete is the unsung hero of residential construction. From driveways and sidewalks to patios and, most importantly, ...
Former India fast bowler Irfan Pathan has expressed optimism over Shubman Gill coming good in the upcoming five-match T20I ...
Ancient Romans built arched bridges, waterproof port infrastructure and aqueducts that enabled the rise of their empire and that are still standing—and often still used. In his first-century B.C.E.
India are set to play a crucial five-match T20I series against South Africa as preparations for the T20 World Cup 2026.
Two Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg homes currently under construction in Toano are using a modern ...