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Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: metalmann on October 07, 2012, 11:06:16 pm

Title: concrete slab
Post by: metalmann on October 07, 2012, 11:06:16 pm

does your concrete slab have to be reinforced with rebar or wire mesh ? weight of tub water and people around 6200 lbs

Title: Re: concrete slab
Post by: Dr. Spa™ Ret. on October 08, 2012, 12:42:17 am

YES! Reinforcement prevent settling or shifting when cracks occur (Reinforcement does NOT prevent cracking, it simply maintains the the flat surface).

Title: Re: concrete slab
Post by: vangoghsear on October 08, 2012, 08:09:35 am

It's a good idea, and may be a code in your area, to electrically bond the rebar as well. 

Title: Re: concrete slab
Post by: TwinCitiesHotSpring on October 08, 2012, 11:29:22 am

yup...rebar and/or mesh and relief cuts if needed, and like someone stated check local codes to see if bonding the slab/hottub is needed