CivilJungle

MARCH 1, 2021

What Is Curing of Concrete? Curing performs a crucial role in the growth as well as the resilience of concrete strengths. Since applying water to that same concrete mixture there is an exothermic process that tends to toughen the concrete. Such an approach is termed the curing of concrete.

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Strong Tie

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

We misted and poured concrete in before leveling and squaring all four of our 6x6x12 treated posts. We secured them with 2x4s to keep them in place while the concrete cured. Aaron cut out notches in the two tip beams before I gave them a coat of primer and paint.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 5, 2021

What Is Underwater Concrete? Underwater concrete is a form of construction material widely used in certain forms of structural engineering projects. In every other building in which the lower parts of the buildings are expected to remain underwater, underwater concrete should be used. Can Concrete Cure Underwater?

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

By Chris Bennett, iSCS, CDT, James Longo, iSCS, and Keith Robinson, RSW, FCSC, FCSI, LEED AP RSW, FCSC, FCSI Photo by Magda Biernat Photography Concrete floors are used in wide-ranging facilities, such as industrial data centers, commercial high-rise buildings, and residential homes.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Introduction of Concrete Finishing. Concrete is a versatile building material which is widely used in the construction industry. Concrete is a mixture of cement , coarse aggregate , fine aggregate and water in the appropriate proportion. The finishing of the top surface of the concrete layer can be done in several ways.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Usually the amount of water used in concrete is much more than is required to hydrate the cement. This excess water takes up space in the concrete, forming a network of capillary voids. Creating waterproof concrete. When to use waterproof concrete.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

Professional installation follows a systematic process of thorough surface preparation and precise application techniques, with costs ranging from 20-150 per square metre depending on the chosen finish. Looking to transform your dull concrete floors into something extraordinary?

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GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Controlling concrete setting times. Find tips on methods and concrete admixtures that can help contractors control concrete setting times. Concrete chemistry is complicated, and the makeup of the mix can impact its behavior – from its workability to the set times. As concrete temperatures increase, concrete sets faster.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Good concrete finishing isnt only for appearanceit helps create long-lasting surfaces. Without the right finishing, concrete can develop cracks or deteriorate over time. The finishing process is what really enhances the strength and lifespan of concrete structures. It ensures they are very safe and sturdy.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Usually the amount of water used in concrete is much more than is required to hydrate the cement. This excess water takes up space in the concrete, forming a network of capillary voids. Creating waterproof concrete. When to use waterproof concrete.

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CivilJungle

MAY 24, 2021

What Is Concrete Topping? A Concrete topping is a process of laying out a layer of high strength concrete on the old worn-out layer of the concrete. It is nothing but placing a layer of concrete over the existing slab in order to give a finished floor surface on the old layer of concrete.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

By Emily Newton Concrete floors are popular choices in certain spaces in a variety of finishes as they are long-lasting and extremely durable if the contractor has installed, cured, and finished them properly. Have environmental factors, such as products for cleaning and deicing, harmed the concrete?

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 3, 2020

Ready mix concrete life cycle. Concrete producers can leverage advanced concrete admixtures , predictive analytics tools, and more to improve efficiency, from materials management to batching to concrete delivery. Concrete mix design. Concrete admixtures help to enable the use of these alternate pozzolans … more.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 3, 2024

Curing problems—High moisture levels can interfere with the chemical curing process of resinous materials, leading to a tacky or soft finish. Polished concrete Efflorescence—Moisture moving through the concrete and carrying salts to the surface creates a white, powdery residue. diameter circle.

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CivilJungle

NOVEMBER 1, 2020

How Is Concrete Made. Concrete is a composite material composed of fine and coarse aggregat e bonded together with a fluid cement ( cement paste ) that hardens (cures) over time. When aggregate is mixed with dry cement and water , the mixture forms a fluid slurry that is easily poured and moulded into shape.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 7, 2018

Water is under pressure below ground and forces its way through even the smallest cracks in the concrete. Concrete is also susceptible to damage in coastal areas. When concrete is directly or indirectly exposed to seawater, it can deteriorate due to sulphate attack and chloride-induced corrosion. Waterproof concrete.

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. Why prepare the concrete slab? But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab. But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab. What constitutes a good concrete slab prep?

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 29, 2022

What Is Cast-In-Situ Concrete? Cast-in-situ concrete is prepared, placed, and finished on the construction site. Another name of cast-in-situ concrete is poured-in-place concrete. Generally, concrete slabs, concrete foundations , beam, column, wall, roof, etc., What Is Cast in Place Concrete?

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 21, 2024

Even worse, some projects are put on hold after work has started, leaving rebar half exposed and half embedded in concrete. An easy solution is to spray clean rebar with MCI ® CorShield ® , a water-based coating that cures to a soft non-tacky film and eventually hardens. This makes equipment maintenance especially difficult.

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Water is needed in the mixing the cement and binding them together to form concrete floors or walls of buildings. . And when water interferes with cement work in the form of heavy pouring rain, things can go worse than good! How long does concrete need to dry before it rains? And it might take up to a week’s time to cure.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Concrete Release Agent: Releasing agents are coatings added to the surface of the formwork prior to concreting , in order to allow quick removal of formwork or shuttering. If the appearance of the concrete surface is relevant, it is important to take care of the finishing surface of the shutter. Spray may be added.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 24, 2020

The concrete slab is a horizontal surface of a residential building or commercial building, factories, flat, etc. Sometimes in a domestic or commercial building, a thick concrete slab is constructed directly to the subsoil. Sometimes in a domestic or commercial building, a thick concrete slab is constructed directly to the subsoil.

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GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Controlling concrete setting times. Find tips on methods and concrete admixtures that can help contractors control concrete setting times. Concrete chemistry is complicated, and the makeup of the mix can impact its behavior – from its workability to the set times. As concrete temperatures increase, concrete sets faster.

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CivilJungle

MAY 29, 2021

Introduction of Concrete Screed. A construction element which is available in a range of thickness to bring forth the installation surface of the concrete flooring to a considerable height & to produce a surface suitable for installing the desired flooring is called a concrete screed. What Is Concrete Screed?

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The Korte Company

MAY 27, 2020

He recalls being the lone man responsible for setting and then removing the oiled plywood forms used to pour foundations. He recalls the trips he had to take to Miami to talk to a concrete supplier who developed a special additive that cured concrete faster. “We Then, he worked for Aviston Lumber. Louis metro area. “We

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 25, 2021

By discrepancy, poured concrete driveways must cure for seven days before being used. As mentioned before, blacktop costs are lower than regular asphalt concrete because blacktop uses lower bitumen in the blend. Concrete Driveway. Pervious pavement is made of either pervious asphalt or pervious concrete.

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UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 20, 2025

These chemical additives, when mixed with concrete, offer enhanced performance and durability, making them indispensable in modern construction projects. Admixtures are materials added to concrete or cement to modify or enhance its properties. This results in more efficient concrete mixing and improved handling properties.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 13, 2021

Mass Concrete: Large bridge piers , foundations , and such as dams like the massive structure , the mass concreting technique is used. For also, mass concrete strength , economy, uniformity, and other factors considered should take into account. The temperature shrinkage is the major problem in mass concrete work.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 12, 2024

However, traditional basement finishing methods often need to pay more attention to a critical first step – installing proper structural support. Bench footing refers to a continuous concrete footing installed around the perimeter of a basement. It provides a sturdy foundation for framing basement walls and finishing the space.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Epoxy floor coatings present a robust solution, offering strength up to three times greater than standard concrete. The coating’s exceptional bond to concrete substrates ensures it remains intact for years, even in challenging environments. Epoxy’s non-porous surface repels liquids, preventing absorption and staining.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 3, 2021

What Is a Concrete Vibrator? A Concrete Vibrator is a machine used for construction purposes in civil projects. Concrete Vibrators come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Choosing the right concrete vibrator can help resolve your concrete stability and long-term maintenance. Internal Concrete Vibrator.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 20, 2021

Varnishes are very much translucent substances that had a safe surface layer in almost the same manner that paints do. At about the same period, they cause the actual layer to be viewed, and then apply a shiny as well as glossy finish. Essentially, these varnishes have the very same ingredients as paints. Thicker finishing.

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. Why prepare the concrete slab? But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab. But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab. What constitutes a good concrete slab prep?

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CivilJungle

JULY 18, 2022

If there are no exposed roots then by digging the soil we have to expose the roots after doing holes on these roots and pouring boiling water on them. After pouring the boiling water into the holes, the heat of the boiling water soaked the trees. First, we have to make some holes in the exposed roots. How to Kill a Tree Stump?

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Natural Building

JUNE 14, 2006

Paul (SkyHawk Construction) has specialized in straw bale building and Talmath (MudCrafters Construction) has specialized in adobe floors, earthen plasters and clay paints. “I This wet mixture is poured over a prepared base of thoroughly tamped road base (gravel and sand). The work is as much by feel as by look.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 6, 2021

The word Monolithic means “all in a single pour” so in construction where Monolithic Slab is used the foundation is made in one single pour that is made up of a layer of a concrete slab with thicker area under the load-bearing walls and all the edges of the perimeter to replace the footer. What Is a Monolithic Slab? Short Note.

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Specification Product Update

JUNE 7, 2023

The REGUPOL barrier is a ready-for-use, one part, water-based, low VOC liquid that acts as an effective damp proof membrane for suppressing residual construction moisture and rising damp in cementitious floors including power floated concrete and sand/cement screeds. moisture content in sand/cement screed and 6% moisture content in concrete.

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