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Q: How thick should concrete be for steps?

• <div><p>Concrete should be at least 4 inches thick for steps. This thickness boosts stability and prevents cracking and deterioration. After you&rsquo;ve built your forms out of wood, fill the void with a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-anybody-use-sand-base-they-pour-concrete-driveway.htm">sand or gravel base for concrete</a>. Use an all-purpose concrete mix to form your steps. After pouring your concrete steps, be sure to screed and float the concrete. </p></div>

Q: How long does concrete take to completely harden?

• <div><p>Concrete can take <b>up to 28 days</b> to completely harden, depending on the type and its water content. But it dries enough for foot traffic in 24 to 48 hours. If you're curious about <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-long-does-concrete-take-to-dry.htm">how long it takes concrete to dry</a> entirely, the answer is more complex, so always check with the specific mixture instructions before adding heavy machinery or driving on new concrete.</p></div>

Q: How long does efflorescence damage a concrete slab?

• <div><p>Efflorescence can damage a concrete slab for two to three years. After that, it resolves on its own once the surrounding salts are gone.</p></div>

Q: What is the best material to make concrete forms?

• <div><p>For most homeowners, wood and wood screws are the best materials to make concrete forms because they&rsquo;re affordable, readily available, and easy to work with. Steel is a better concrete form material because you can use it thousands of times for repeated work, but this is most useful in commercial applications where one job is necessary many times over.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to seal concrete before tiling?

• <div><p>Sealing the concrete before tiling is recommended to help it stand up against any water that may seep through the tiles or grout. After thoroughly cleaning the concrete with TSP, priming with a concrete primer will seal the concrete. Check the label on the primer to make sure it is also a sealant and follow the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions for application.</p></div>

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Last update on December 13, 2025

Reviewed in February 2025
Wesley did a terrific job with a new concrete pad. Excellent communication throughout the project and attention to detail. He takes a lot of pride in the quality of his work and doesn't cut any corners. He left the site in very good condition. I'll definately have him back to do any projects...
RootWorks
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Reviewed in July 2024
We hired Matt to remodel our basement and were very happy with the final product and the overall experience of working with him. He completely transformed the basement from an unfinished concrete pit to an extension of the livable space of the house. He did a great job of hiding the ugly parts...
Fern Wood Property Management, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2020
took care of our issue almost immediately. communicated very well. professional
JCM Mold Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2020
Stamped concrete patio looks great. Very happy
Starkrete
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Reviewed in January 2019
This last year, several big holes were made in my 110 year old home’s stone foundation by rodents displaced by the Cornell Maplewood. I spent months trying to find a stone mason to fix it with a success until finally in December I found Cutting Edge Tile. They do Stone and concrete work in...
Cutting-edge Tile Installations, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2018
We hired Joe Lynch to install a furnace and A/C unit along with electric and plumbing for a brand new home. Joe was very rude a disrespectful. He messed up everything he touched. He installed the dishwasher and never pulled the plug to the garbage disposal so the dishwasher flooded. He did a...
Joe Lynch
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Reviewed in March 2014
The owner Chris gave us a complimentary consultation, for various tile projects I will be doing: removal of carpet and travertine installation in the master bathroom, tile work for fireplace, kitchen back splash, removal & replacement of cracked tiles in front walkway. Chris gave us some...
C & L Tile
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Reviewed in March 2014
When I visited the property several days after the excavation, I found the exposed foundation hole to be filled with water, ice and snow. I have been told by the municipal code enforcer and other excavation specialists (whose opinion the code enforcer defers to) that, as a result of the...
RAS Enterprises
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