Registration Eligibility
Landscape professionals including contractors, designers, architects, arborists, and growers.
Start Date
02/27/2025
End Date
02/27/2025
Description
With a shift in industry trends, it's clear that one size doesn’t fit all when it comes to installation bases. This session will focus on the right base materials for different types of installations—whether you're working with natural stone, porcelain slabs, or concrete pavers. We’ll break down the importance of selecting the right foundation for each material, ensuring your installations stand the test of time and weather.
Location
Schaumburg, IL
Distance Learning
No
Course Equivalency
No
Subjects
Design-Build
Health, Safety and Welfare
Yes
Hours
1.0
Learning Outcomes
Understand the Impact of Base Materials on Installation Durability:
Learn how selecting the correct base materials influences the longevity and performance of outdoor installations, ensuring they withstand the elements and time.
Identify the Right Base for Different Materials:
Discover the specific requirements for base materials when working with natural stone, porcelain slabs, and concrete pavers, and how to tailor your approach based on the material used.
Explore Best Practices for Foundation Preparation:
Understand the key factors to consider when preparing the foundation for different materials, including soil conditions, compaction, drainage, and load-bearing capacity.
Learn How to Ensure Long-Lasting Installations:
Gain insights into the techniques and materials needed to create stable, durable, and weather-resistant installations that maintain their integrity over time.
Evaluate the Pros and Cons of Different Base Materials:
Compare the benefits and limitations of various base materials, such as gravel, sand, and concrete, and how each choice affects the overall installation process and outcomes.
Apply Knowledge to Real-World Installation Scenarios:
Walk away with actionable knowledge that can be applied to real-world installation projects, ensuring that each material used in your work is supported by the proper base for maximum durability and performance.
Instructors
Eduardo Tapia/Auggie Rodriguez
Course Codes
Illinois Landscape Contractors Association
Provider
Illinois Landscape Contractors Association