how to square up concrete stoop
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how to square up concrete stoop
The aggregate concrete steps/landing on my rambler is poured out of square. The outside edge is +/- 1" from the house wall. That is, there is a total of 2" difference in the dimensions from the house. I need to square it up in order to lay concrete pavers so they come out even.
I had the ideas to square it up by skim coating several times on the outside front wall of the stoop or to pour a few inches of concrete extension. My concern is that either method might not stick or would crack over time. I need it to be as solid and immovable as the stoop. Which method would be better or is there another method?
If I poured a concrete extension, how would I hold it to the existing sidewall? Drill holes and drive in rebar, or concrete nails or what?
I had the ideas to square it up by skim coating several times on the outside front wall of the stoop or to pour a few inches of concrete extension. My concern is that either method might not stick or would crack over time. I need it to be as solid and immovable as the stoop. Which method would be better or is there another method?
If I poured a concrete extension, how would I hold it to the existing sidewall? Drill holes and drive in rebar, or concrete nails or what?
Last edited by dewyman; 03-10-08 at 11:07 AM. Reason: Add a question
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Install the pavers on what you have. Start on the outside edge and work toward the house. Cut the last row next to the house to fit the space.