Reinforced Concrete


Definition of "Reinforced concrete"

Liz Weinstein
Liz Weinstein Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cobb

Concrete with steel rods inserted into it to provide additional working load support. The premise is that both materials will act together in resisting loan stress.

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