Garage slab?

Question

I m building garage, anyone can help, what send or stone I need to use for base for garage slab

Answer 1

you will need to scrape off the top soil and add shale...then 4 in. of crushed limestone and 6 in. of concrete...want a nice slab for your garage...hire it out...

Answer 2

I would use a medium sized stone of about 3/4" in size and lay a base of at least 6 inches of stone then pour a cement slab of 5 inches in depth.  A 5 or 6 bag mix (per yard).  call an excavator they will haul in the stone by the truck load and bring you the proper stone.

Answer 3

You need to put a layer of hardcore down first as a base. Then you'll need bags of cement and sharp sand for the top layer. The best thing to do is go to a builder's merchant, taking your measurements. They will be able to advise you and sell you the exact quantity of materials you will need. It would be best for you to hire a cement mixer too. It might be cheaper to let a professional do it.

Answer 4

Crushed lime or lime dust is the best.

It requires no compacting and is so dense there is virtually no settleing.

Answer 5

Best would be to use road base, generally 3/8 and less gravel compacted in place.