Leaderboard

1). Tie beams provide stability to structure (depending upon framing) and carry load from slab to foundation. The load distribution for tie beams depends on what level tie-beams have been provided. 2) You can if you are providing tie-beams. 3) If you have designed the slab to be supported on tie-beams instead of grade, then they will transfer the tributary load from the slab to the columns and foundation. 4) Slab on grade lays mostly at grade level. Raft is generally provided below frost zone.