How to build level blockwork on sloping base (Ed.)

[Mike Cowley]

Hi, im toying with the idea of building a breeze block shed on a garage plot i have. Problem is the ground isn't exactly level, its about 2 inch out either way. It's 18ft x 9. It was suggested that the best way to do it would be block on its size, could anyone think of a different way to save on cost? Maybe build a couple of courses up on side then single skin it? With piers when needed.

Any help would be greatly appreciated

Thanks

 

[Justin Passing]

the best way to do it would be block on its size

Er,....??
Squinty ones??

 

[Deluks]

Dig a strip foundation or build off a reinforced concrete raft (or at least a raft with a deepened reinforced edge)
Anything else will start to fall apart.

 

[Mike Cowley]

Block on its side, sorry.

Thanks delusional, I'll look into that, any suggestions in the best way to do it.

 

[stuart45]

Thanks delusional, (Deluks)

You need to be careful with predictive text.

 

[Harry Bloomfield]

Hi, im toying with the idea of building a breeze block shed on a garage plot i have. Problem is the ground isn't exactly level, its about 2 inch out either way. It's 18ft x 9. It was suggested that the best way to do it would be block on its size, could anyone think of a different way to save on cost?

How thick is the concrete base?

Assuming the base is thick enough to provide the support needed, could you set up some shuttering, with a level top, and fix that with concrete? That would give you a level base, from which to build.

 

[^woody^]

For the first course, use a strong 3:1 mix of screed sand/cement to level the course. Semi-dry and trim the bed nicely, flush with the blocks. You should not need to shutter.

Let the first course go off for a day or so before continuing.

 

[JohnD]

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