Gegrondte

Gegrondte is a Dutch term used to denote a base, underlying layer or substrate on which something else rests. The exact meaning varies by field, but it broadly refers to a foundation level that determines stability, adhesion, or function.

In construction and civil engineering, gegrondte refers to the subsoil or bearing layer beneath a foundation, pavement, or deck. Properties such as soil type, density, moisture, drainage, and compaction are assessed to ensure adequate bearing capacity and long-term performance. In many projects, the gegrondte is prepared and reinforced, and drainage layers may be added to prevent water buildup.

In the arts, gegrondte can denote the ground or priming layer prepared on a support before applying paint, varnish, or other coatings; this helps with adhesion and longevity of the finishing layer. In practice, the term can be used to describe the prepared surface on materials such as canvas, wood, or panels.

In geology or archaeology, the term is sometimes used to indicate the substrate or underlying layer upon which sediments or artifacts lie, though more specific terminology is common in those disciplines. The exact usage is context-dependent and may vary among professionals.

Translations into English depend on context, with subgrade, substrate, or ground layer serving as closely related concepts in different technical fields. Gegrondte thus functions as a general label for the foundational layer that supports or receives upper materials.