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    Jan 20, 2007, 02:27 PM
    Wire or Fiber in Concrete
    What are the advantages to using fiber or wire and which is the strongest for a 40' x 60' garage?
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    Jan 20, 2007, 05:06 PM
    Wire mesh has the advantage of being commonplace, but does nothing for the concrete strength; fiber has the advantage of being simple to place, increasing concrete strength, but is difficult to float/finish.
    In my opinion, this is an instance where less is more - use fiber.
    Mesh needs to be elevated and correctly placed vertically - about midway in the thickness of the slab.
    Another consideration might be that removing a fiber-reinforced slab is a job for Superman; while Mighty Mouse will be able to break the wire mesh floor!
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