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If you're doing a home project that involves concrete, whether it's a garden wall, walkway, patio, or foundation, you likely need to invest in rebar. When used in these applications, it offers multiple benefits to make your project last. Below, learn more about this material and why it's significant.

What Is Rebar?

Rebar is a corrugated metal bar that's used to reinforce concrete. The concrete is poured over them, adhering to the metal while it sets. These bars are available in different lengths and thicknesses so you can choose the strength and cost that suits your needs.

rebarIf the soil and mineral environment around your project is corrosive, there are a few different options to prevent the weakening of the metal. Galvanized rebar a reasonable, efficient choice, as the metal is treated with zinc to form a shield-like coating. However, since zinc can react with materials in soil and air, it won't always be the best option. Epoxy coated options are also nonreactive, but they can be damaged by shifting soil and movement, so they may not be suitable for flooring or foundations.

Why Is It Important?

Concrete shrinks as it sets, meaning cracking is inevitable. Rebar acts as a reinforcement to help hold the material together, so cracks that do form are less severe. Also, these bars hold concrete pieces together, preventing the structure from coming apart due to age and stress. It also allows concrete to withstand more before it does break, so it’ll maintain its aesthetic for longer, be strong enough to handle traffic and weight, and be functional for a longer period than if metal reinforcement wasn't used.

 

Do you need rebar for your project? Magna Steel Sales, Inc. in Westport, CT, has provided high-quality metal and custom fabrication services since 1984. They offer a wide range of products, including rebar, beams, steel plates and sheets, and corrugated decking. View their product list online, and call (203) 888-0300 to place an order.

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