2006-10-19 02:33:29 · 11 answers · asked by ren 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
the local hardware store should have them like home depot
2006-10-19 02:35:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As this base is not carrying a very heavy load you could put a screed on top of it to level it. That is how most ground floors in modern houses are made level and smooth so it should be okay. When builders put a screed over the rough concrete base of my conservatory it was about two inches thick to make-up the level so I would say you need at least the same or maybe more if your base is way out. Floor screed is basically a semi-dry mix of Grade A sand and cement. You will need to mix it at 3-1. Just make sure you prepare the surface and board up the sides well. Its not an easy job most people employ a plasterer to do it. You can get videos on Youtube showing how its done
2016-05-22 01:47:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best fixings in my opinion are from Simpson Strong Tie online at www.strongtie.co.uk - look at Caps and Bases in products - they are all steel fixings which leave a gap underneath the posts to stop rot setting in. Travis Perkins etc. can get these items as well as Build Centres - or you can call there HQ and they will tell you exactly who stocks them near to you.
2006-10-19 02:51:05 · answer #3 · answered by Matt B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are pretty easy to come by at the builder's supply store. They also will carry the parts to fix the post to the beams and joists. Just tell them what your are building and the size lumber you are using.
Check, but here building permits are only required for structures over 144 square feet.
2006-10-19 02:48:35 · answer #4 · answered by fluffernut 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try B&Q they stock "Metpost's", the type that you hammer into the ground and other that have a flat base to fix onto concrete, see http://www.metpost.co.uk/
Bob
2006-10-19 02:48:27 · answer #5 · answered by bob 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They`re called MET posts and you get them from a builders merchant
2006-10-19 02:40:02 · answer #6 · answered by vivi-mac 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi use MET POSTs you can find them in most DIY places or builders centres or try the net.
2006-10-19 06:59:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're in UK, Screwfix.com under Decking and Fencing (p.126 - 127 in my latest catalogue)
2006-10-19 02:48:39 · answer #8 · answered by migdalski 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
B&Q about £6 each. just bolt to base and screw upright to them.
2006-10-19 09:41:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most good garden centres have them but I saw them for sale in Homebase this year.
2006-10-19 06:33:00 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋