Foundations (Leaving Cert Construction Studies): Quizzes
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What type of foundation system do timber frame buildings use?
What type of foundation system do timber frame buildings use?
Similar to cavity wall houses
What secures timber frame panels to the foundation?
What secures timber frame panels to the foundation?
Galvanised steel straps
At what intervals is hardcore material compacted?
At what intervals is hardcore material compacted?
150mm intervals
What is the width of the reinforced concrete foundation?
What is the width of the reinforced concrete foundation?
900mm
What are the dimensions of concrete blocks for the rising wall?
What are the dimensions of concrete blocks for the rising wall?
215mm by 150mm
What is the minimum rising wall height above ground level?
What is the minimum rising wall height above ground level?
150mm
What is the thickness of the blinding layer?
What is the thickness of the blinding layer?
40mm
What is the minimum foundation depth below ground level?
What is the minimum foundation depth below ground level?
600mm
What gauge is specified for the damp proof membrane?
What gauge is specified for the damp proof membrane?
1200 gauge
What is the thickness of tongue and groove flooring?
What is the thickness of tongue and groove flooring?
25mm