Concrete Construction Online Magazine: Engineering Details

Brick Ledges for ICF Homes

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 02:30:39 EST

When brick veneer is used as an exterior finish for an insulating concrete form (ICF) home, a cavity wall is recommended to manage moisture penetration.

Cast-In-Place Retaining Walls

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 02:30:07 EST

Removable concrete forms can create a vertical concrete retaining wall with almost any shape desired. Large walls and special situations require design by a professional engineer. The typical installation procedure for a simple retaining wall less than 4 feet tall on good soil is described in this article. It is advisable to get local building department approval for the design, however.

Face-mounted windows in cast concrete walls

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 02:30:25 EST

The most common window installation combines a window buck for the rough opening and a face-mounted flanged window.

Concrete Floor Slabs

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 02:29:22 EST

Common mistakes in concrete floor slab construction can be avoided with proper base preparation, mix design, placement, finishing, and curing.