Concrete is poured back in the trench to level the slab, and the new floor is covered with ceramic tile. Another option is to install a Saniflo plumbing system above the existing concrete slab.

Precast concrete flower bed edging stones are easy to install. Lay out the shape of the bed with a rope or garden hose, then use a flat-blade spade to make a trench.

Do you intend to install a walkway or sidewalk made of concrete? Here’s how much concrete sidewalk installation costs on average.

CCS-1 (10) Slabs-on-Ground describes the basic types of joints used as well as how to install them. The benefits of joint filling, along with sealant types and installation steps, are also covered.

South Africa’s massive backlog in affordable housing has seen a continued demand for precast hollow core concrete slabs. “With rapid urbanisation and the increased premium on land in urban areas, ...