Concrete Forms

It is defined as the solid barrier in which concrete is poured and it holds the fluid until it hardens and acquire a particular shape. It is also used to give the particular shape as the mould. New Concrete form systems are developed that gives additional properties like insulation, surface patterns and effects to the concrete cast. Types of Concrete Forms The different types of concrete forms used in concrete casting are: Wooden Forms Insulated Concrete Forms Foam Concrete Forms Concrete Wall forms Steel Forms Wooden Forms It is the most common type of Concrete Form. It consist of wooden boards usually plywood that may be screwed or nailed together to additional stakes, which are usually made of wood and steel. When using wood formwork, the stakes are driven into a prepared sub base, and the forming boards are set to a proper level or slope, using levelling devices. It is used where concrete casting is not more than 6 inch in height. Before pouring concrete, Inner sur