solid floor steps

Joined
13 Jan 2025
Messages
114
Reaction score
7
Country
United Kingdom
could some people educate me about solid floors and how they are built?
is this right lay dpm then insulation then lay concrete on top?

I am building a shed by with help with builder but I want to do half.

and how do i put rebar on it the builder will be doing this but I Want to know as I'm interested.
thank you
 
could some people educate me about solid floors and how they are built?
is this right lay dpm then insulation then lay concrete on top?

I am building a shed by with help with builder but I want to do half.

and how do i put rebar on it the builder will be doing this but I Want to know as I'm interested.
thank you
Dig off fertile matter (soil).

Lay hard core and compact.

Blind hardcore with sand (optional).

Lay shutter boards if needed.

Lay concrete.

The fitting of the DPM and insulation will depend on how you are detailing the shed base base. This is where a small amount of design nous is needed.
 

DIYnot Local

Staff member

If you need to find a tradesperson to get your job done, please try our local search below, or if you are doing it yourself you can find suppliers local to you.

Select the supplier or trade you require, enter your location to begin your search.


Are you a trade or supplier? You can create your listing free at DIYnot Local

 
Back
Top