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John Bridge · 03-12-2003, 05:49 AM

Hi Stef, Welcome.

Besides what Bud said, water in concrete causes shrinkage, so less is better. The mud bed is designed to be covered with tile, and when it is, you'll have a very hard and durable hearth.

03-12-2003, 05:49 AM	#4
John Bridge Mudmeister Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Rosanky, Texas Posts: 68,641	Hi Stef, Welcome. Besides what Bud said, water in concrete causes shrinkage, so less is better. The mud bed is designed to be covered with tile, and when it is, you'll have a very hard and durable hearth.