Carpentry & Building ConstructionChapter 11:
Concrete FlatworkChapter SummariesSection 11.1 Foundation Slabs
Concrete foundation slabs are often used in warm or mild climates to provide a foundation and a subfloor for houses. Proper preparation of the subgrade and subbase are important to a high-quality job. Slabs are more prone than foundation walls to being damaged by temperature extremes. Section 11.2 Finishing Flatwork
Finishing a slab is a process of preparing the surface for various end uses. After the concrete is placed, the excess is screeded off the slab. After any water has disappeared, bullfloating, edging, jointing, floating, and troweling can take place.  | 
