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Filling in a Large Channel Cut in a Concrete
Basement Floor
Two Solutions for Filling in Large Channel
Cuts in Concrete Basement Floors
By: Mark J. Donovan
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When finishing a basement
sometimes it is necessary to cut channels in the concrete basement floor.
Frequently this is necessary to remove old oil lines or to install new oil
or waste water lines.
The question often arises on what
is the best way to fill the channel that has been cut into the concrete
basement floor. The answer really depends on the depth and width of the
channel cut. If the channel is less than 2 inches in depth and width it is
best to use a floor self leveling compound versus a concrete mixture.
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adhere well to the existing concrete floor if the channel is too narrow or
shallow.
When the channel is deeper than two
inches and wider than two inches then a concrete product such as Quickrete is
more appropriate than the leveling compound.
An alternative to removing old oil
lines from under the concrete floor is to simply cut them flush with the
concrete floor.
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To make large channel cuts in concrete basement floors you can rent concrete
cutting wet saws from most home improvement centers. Keep in mind, however,
there is still a great deal of mess and noise when cutting concrete basement
floors, so wear proper clothes, eye and hearing protection. Also make sure the
basement is properly vented when cutting a concrete basement floor as the gas
fumes generated by the saw could lead to asphyxia otherwise. |
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