Spacers applied to Edge of Rebar FrameThe spacers were used to keep the rebar from coming too close to the edges of the forms. dozer (0 votes)
More on Column FormsThe column form work continues to be assembled. dozer (0 votes)
Formwork AssemblyThe metal forms are clipped into place using u bolts. They are rented at a daily rate depending with a price for each piece used. dozer (0 votes)
Metal FormworkThe metal formwork for the columns is lowered into place. The ordered quantity of forms was enough to allow the columns to be poured in two groups with one week allowed for curing. dozer (0 votes)
Spacers in WalkwayPreparing for the walk way pour around the exterior of the house. Although they are placing spacers they don't really work well for a floor pour as the rebar gets stepped on and bends. Here they are using 6mm rebar and wiring it together as opposed to the prefab welded rebar mesh. dozer (0 votes)
Rebar Level being SetThe prefab welded rebar mesh is adjusted into place during the floor pour. dozer (0 votes)
PatioThe patio was poured 5 cm lower than the normal floor. Note that the ground beam on the outside of the patio was lowered by 5 cm. dozer (0 votes)
FloorThe floor after the pour. The surface is rough broomed to prepare it for the tile. dozer (0 votes)
Rebar on top of PlasticThere is a piece of rebar which holds the welded rebar mesh in place until the floor is poured. It will be lifted into place during the floor pour (positioned half way in the floor). dozer (0 votes)
Floor LevelThe wood stakes indicate the level of the floor pour. The rebar being used is the prefab rebar mesh (that comes in a roll) type typically used in flooring. dozer (0 votes)
Damp CourseAnother view of the damp course plastic sheeting. dozer (0 votes)
Damp Course put in PlaceUsing a heavier plastic that doesn't tear easy like the saran wrap type ones normally used. This is designed to keep moisture from seeping into materials above it. In addition a waterproofing agent is used on the floor pour.dozer (0 votes)