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Default How to protect (low voltage?) wire on TOP of concrete driveway in slot

Elmo wrote in
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On Tue, 6 Jul 2010 19:03:23 -0700 (PDT), Joe wrote:

Use the saw to deepen and/or widen the groove as needed.
Clean out the groove. Fill it half way with a concrete caulk.
Insert wire, press firmly and top off groove with sealant.


This is the best idea ever!

It makes the most sense.

Thanks!


You won't find the best sealants at Home Depot type stores. Go to a
construction supplier of sealants. Get Bostick 1100 FS - the FS is for Fast
Set but it still takes a few days to set completely. This stuff sticks like
crazy and stays flexible so it will stretch if the concrete cracks and
moves a bit. The one I used was grey in color but it may also come in
black, not sure any more.

Like any other sealant or glue job it is absolutely necessary to clean all
surfaces or even the best sealants won't stick.