Use and Care Guide

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4. Level and secure by replacing the dirt around the outside of the Form Tube
to secure it into position. Additional supporting may be necessary if the
Form Tube is 2’ or greater above grade for a maximum of 3’.
5. Fill the form tubes with concrete to the desired height. Rodding may be
needed to eliminate air voids during concrete placement.
For Footings:
1. Place a minimum of 2’ of gravel at the bottom of the hole.
2. Drive rebar in the center of the hole until secure enough to stay level
3. Pour 4” to 6” of concrete for a footing.
4. Place Form Tube and secure and level by filling around the tube with dirt.
5. Fill form tube with Concrete and rod during placement to remove air voids.
6. Cover top with plastic to protect from weather conditions.
Curing:
Form Tubes can be removed after a minimum of 48 hours.
NOTE: Proper application and installation of all Sakrete products are the responsibility of the end user.
Safety:
READ and UNDERSTAND the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before using this product.
WARNING: Wear protective clothing and equipment. For emergency information,
call CHEMTREC at 800-424-9300 or 703-527-3887 (outside USA).
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Limited Product Warranty:
The manufacturer warrants that this product shall be of merchantable quality
when used or applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. This
product is not warranted as suitable for any purpose other than the general
purpose for which it is intended. This warranty runs for one (1) year from the
dates the product is purchased. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO
THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Liability under this warranty is limited to
replacement or defective products or, at the manufacturer’s option, refund of the
purchase price. CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARE NOT RECOV-
ERABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
Form Tubes
Sakrete
®
Form Tubes are a single cylindrical heavy-duty
cardboard form designed to replace labor-intensive wood
forms. It can be used for above or below grade applica-
tions for concrete footings, piers, and posts.
Features:
• Moisture resistant to assure weather or ground conditions will
not affect your pour
• Easy to cut, place and secure
• Above and below grade applications
• One time form when pouring concrete footings, columns and piers
• Inexpensive time-saver for a professional finish
• Made with convenient, lightweight fiber
• Available in a variety of sizes
Use For:
• Footings
• Piers
• Deck supports
• Fence Posts
• Mailbox posts/bases
Sizes:
Tubes are available in 8”, 10”, 12”, 16” and 18” widths.
The diameter is +/- .5”. All tubes are 48” long
Number of 80 lb (36.3 kg) bags required
Note: Sizes and amount of concrete needed may vary due to regional variations in
form tube size widths.
Placement:
1. Cut the Sakrete Form Tube to the desired length
2. Dig a hole large enough to place and level the Sakrete Form Tube
3. Place the Sakrete Form Tube into the hole.
SAKRETE
®
and the background design are registered trademarks of SAKRETE of North America LLC, Charlotte, NC 28217 • ©2006. SAKRETE
®
is manufactured under license from SAKRETE of North America LLC.
For current and complete product information, contact SAKRETE Technical Services toll-free at 866-725-7383 or visit Sakrete.com.
Rev. 09/16
Form Tube Diameter
Depth 8” 10” 12” 16” 18”
1’ 1 1 2 3 3
2’ 2 2 3 5 6
3’ 2 3 4 7 9
4’ 3 4 6 10 12