Recent content by dik

Spagetti beams look so neat... If the structure has not deformed, it is likely OK. Take some coupons and do some tests to confirm.

Yes they can. If there has been a few days since the concrete has been cast, the location of the shrinkage cracks has likely been determined. You may have cracking occur between the new installed joints. You often find cracks form near sawcut joints. I've seen it often with sidewalks and...

It requires lateral support in the event either half of the building burns down.

Not likely, if it's a code requirement. This is a life safety issue. The firewall has to stand independent of either part of the two buildings.

Thanks... interesting thread.

Silts are very bad for frost heave... you have to try to eliminate the frost... extruded polystyrene? High strength if necessary.

Vertical rebar at about 1/3 thickness to the inside and footing rebar at about 1/3 thickness to the bottom.

Thanks... I was curious about the procedure and had some concerns.... Thanks for everyone's help.

Conclusions... Thanks, gentlemen...

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Do you know if there has been any testing to show the improvement? or effects on other wood products?

Thanks... if originally cedar, there are natural extractives that give it moisture, rot and insect resistance. Some cedars are better than others. Do you know if there are any tests undertaken to see if there's an improvement in the material?

I have a thread in the Wood Design forum, trying to get information about this process. Can anyone verify that it's a valid procedure? Thanks Dik