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Choosing between a concrete slab and a gravel base for my 12x16 studio
I had to pick a foundation for my build in Portland and was stuck between a full concrete slab and a simple gravel pad. I went with the gravel base to save about $2,000 and because my soil drains well. It's been solid for a year now, but I do wonder about long-term settling. Has anyone else used a gravel base for a studio this size and had issues after a few years?
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max6315mo ago
My 10x12 shed in Seattle has been on crushed rock for five years with zero settling. You made the right call saving that cash.
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the_sage5mo ago
Honestly that tracks. So much stuff is overbuilt when a simple fix works just fine.
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mila_jones394mo ago
No kidding, that's awesome to hear. I did the same thing with my shed base and everyone acted like I was cutting corners. It's like @the_sage said, people just overthink it. Good drainage with that gravel is half the battle right there. Glad it's holding up for you too.
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