kivituhka

English translation: stone dust

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Finnish term or phrase:kivituhka
English translation:stone dust
Entered by: Pia Maljanen

10:14 May 10, 2006
Finnish to English translations [PRO]
Tech/Engineering - Construction / Civil Engineering
Finnish term or phrase: kivituhka
The term is needed for a document on sub-base and foundation requirements for a mini pitch sports arena. The term macadam is already used for sepeli and now a term for kivituhka is needed.
Pia Maljanen
Finland
Local time: 09:36
stone dust
Explanation:
I think you could probably use "stone dust". Stone dust and kivituhka look the same. Please refer to http://www.sislersstone.com/Crushed_Stone.htm.
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marimm
Germany
Local time: 08:36
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stone dust


Explanation:
I think you could probably use "stone dust". Stone dust and kivituhka look the same. Please refer to http://www.sislersstone.com/Crushed_Stone.htm.

marimm
Germany
Local time: 08:36
Specializes in field
Native speaker of: Finnish
PRO pts in category: 4
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Asker: Thank you for the help - this seems like a good option.


Peer comments on this answer (and responses from the answerer)
agree  Anu Carroll
50 mins
  -> Thank you!

agree  Vicky Alyssandraki: Kiitos!
1 day 1 hr
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