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dannac
Jan 21, 2013, 08:49 AM
Purchased a home that has a shed with a garage door but they did not angle or offset the slab. I would like to create an angle for water drainage.
Looking for idea's on how to do this.
http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz111/lacogada/AngleConcrete_zpsf2d6daf5.jpg
ma0641
Jan 22, 2013, 07:09 AM
Good graphics! Unfortunately grinding concrete is not that easy. On a large span, using a commercial grinding company with a wet grinder is the best answer. They do make seals that are glued to the concrete and form a curb but can trap water.
dannac
Jan 22, 2013, 10:49 AM
Thanks for reply.
Anyone used a diamond cutting wheel on a grinder ?
ma0641
Jan 22, 2013, 11:51 AM
I have, both wet and dry, but with the dimensions you are quoting it would take a very long time and lots of grinding wheels. The cheapest slope solution would be to drill and cut the concrete and then do a sloped skirt. Hammer drill and some concrete discs.
dannac
Jan 23, 2013, 05:13 AM
Thanks for your replys.
The door does have a rubber seal at the bottom. It has to be a hard rain at a certain angle for water to get in. I 've been here seven months and it's happened twice.
Maybe this idea would be easier and help a little.
http://i819.photobucket.com/albums/zz111/lacogada/ConcreteSlots_zpse4d88f24.jpg
What you think ?
Also, I'm not familiar with the diamond cutting wheels, could you recommend something ?