Title:
Concrete Q&A: Vapor Retarders and Durability for Slabs-on-Ground
Author(s):
Bruce Suprenant
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
37
Issue:
1
Appears on pages(s):
80
Keywords:
DOI:
10.14359/51687466
Date:
1/1/2015
Abstract:
Q: Are vapor retarders required for a slab-on-ground? Also, what are the durability requirements for a slab-on-ground?
Related References:
1. ACI Committee 360, “Guide to Design of Slabs-on-Ground (ACI 360R-10),” American Concrete Institute, Farmington Hills, MI, 2010, 72 pp.
2. ACI Committee 302, “Guide for Concrete Floor and Slab Construction (ACI 302.1R-04),” American Concrete Institute, Farmington Hills, MI, 2004, 76 pp.
3. ACI Committee 302, “Guide for Concrete Slabs that Receive Moisture-Sensitive Flooring Materials (ACI 302.2R-06),” American Concrete Institute, Farmington Hills, MI, 2006, 42 pp.
4. “2012 International Building Code,” International Code Council, 2011, 690 pp.
5. “2014 City of Los Angeles Building Code,” Volume 1 & 2, International Code Council, 2014.
6. ACI Committee 318, “Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318-11) and Commentary,” American Concrete Institute, Farmington Hills, MI, 2011, 503 pp.