Troubleshooting Concrete Slabs
It’s really important to be aware and try to solve concrete construction problems before they happen. For instance, leaving bleed water on a slab surface for too long can cause sand streaks or rock jams in pump lines. Over the years in the construction industry, steps have
How to Speed Up Concrete Drying
If you rush and do not wait for the concrete to dry properly, it can result in structural failures and cause further delays. To boost the efficiency of your project, it’s important to find ways of speeding up the concrete drying and curing times to ensure both
Curing Quality Concrete Slabs
The ultimate goal of curing a concrete slab is for the finished product to be strong, smooth and flat. To achieve that you must make the curing process high priority of importance. Many believe that the curing process is only about maintaining moisture on the new concrete’s
Concrete Drying and Concrete Curing – The Difference
The terms concrete drying and concrete curing are frequently used interchangeably with regard to the moisture condition of new concrete slabs. However, curing and drying are two different processes. Wet concrete doesn't harden by drying. Instead, the water is a chemical component in a curing process. Curing is
Curing Concrete During Hot Weather Months
Summer is around the corner and it won’t be long before you find yourself running into issues when laying concrete during hot weather. The best thing you can do is to seek advice and have a plan. Advance planning is necessary when curing concrete in temperatures higher