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    Flat roof- serious mould problem - please help

    Hi all, I noticed some mushrooms growing in the converted garage flat roof (felt). The flat roof was put on 2 years ago. Every time I cleared the mushrooms, they kept coming back and spreading dust everywhere. Anyhow, I took down the ceiling and found what's in the attached photos. Looks very...
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    Flat Roof

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    Concrete Mix for entrance gate pillar

    Yes, reinforcing the steel. No gate hooks, will let the gate firm do this later. Bolts plus epoxy I expect.
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    Concrete Mix for entrance gate pillar

    I will need the mixer for a week. to pour the foundation, kicker and then the column itself. Delivery to site wouldn't really work. Need to do it in my own time also. Any advice on the water? Thanks, MR
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    Concrete Mix for entrance gate pillar

    One other question for you all. Thanks!! This is my calculation for a Water cement ratio of 0.45. Result is 2/3 a bucket of water to 1 bucket of cement (and say 5 buckets of aggregate). Is my water calculation correct? Cement 50kg Water Cement Ratio 0.45 Water 22.5kg Water...
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    Filling a wall duct

    Maybe you could in a humidity sensitive hole in the wall vent (for fresh air)
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    Concrete Mix for entrance gate pillar

    Your mathematics are correct. However, the actual shape will look like this: http://www.diynot.com/network/marblerun/albums/
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    Concrete Mix for entrance gate pillar

    Thanks for the replies. The mould I am using is one of these - I have a 6ft length. It has a fair face liner which doesnt need any oil. http://www.industrialpackaging.ie/documents/ConstructionGuideBrochure_000.pdf Also, I have 3 steel braces which should keep it from deforming. Also, I should...
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    Concrete Mix for entrance gate pillar

    Hi all, This one is getting the better of me. I'm building a new pillar, about 5.5 ft above ground with 27 inch diameter. It will be taking iron gates. I'm looking to find the right concrete mix to use, that will be the right strength, be durable but also that will have a smooth finish...
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