How do I pour a concrete basement floor?
Pouring a Concrete Basement FloorPrepare the base before pouring the concrete slab. Determine if you want the floor to be even with the bottom of existing basement walls or above the current floor level. If you want a flush floor, excavate the dirt floor first. Apply a layer of gravel and then approximately three inches of sand to create a stable base for your concrete. Use 2 x 4’s to create a form around the outer edges of your wall. Install rebar between the forms to add stability to your floor. Pour the concrete at the highest point of the room to ensure that the floor will level itself, moving from highest to lowest. Spread the concrete evenly, checking periodically to ensure the slab remains level.
