Types of Foundations
Mat Foundations: In certain situations, especially where the natural water table is high, a mat or raft foundation is used. This is basically a concrete slab the same size as the building. It is reinforced and distributes the load of the building evenly over the given area. This is also useful when the soil is uneven and will settle under focused loads.
Some useful online references are:
- A highly detailed reference guide for all types of foundations. A must-see site!!
- To obtain a basic understanding of foundations, refer to this link.
- For an overview of all the types of foundations discussed here with diagrams, click here.
Next month, tune in for a discussion on how the foundation connects to the building above.
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