What does rebar mean in construction?
Short definition
Rebar is steel reinforcement placed in concrete to help resist tension, cracking, and structural loads.
Longer explanation
Rebar size, spacing, cover, lap length, and placement are typically shown in structural drawings and verified before concrete placement.
Example in context
“The project team reviewed the rebar during the construction phase.”
Common users
- Owners
- Architects
- Contractors
- Construction managers