I’ve been told that new concrete should be kept moist for at least three days while curing. I’m wondering just how much stronger can it get, and how long should it cure for maximum strength? A.

Concrete Curing Part I – Why cure? Curing is the action taken by the contractor to maintain the moisture and temperature conditions in freshly placed concrete. Curing promotes the chemical hydration ...

Editor's note: This article no longer contains updated information relative to the industry. A pervious concrete pour is a three-step process - placing to elevation, compaction and curing. Unlike ...

The American Concrete Institute released a new publication: ACI 308R-16 Guide to External Curing of Concrete. This guide reviews and describes practices, procedures, materials, and monitoring methods ...

Strata Corp., an experienced builder of military and commercial airfields, used an innovative method for retaining moisture in the concrete of an immense paving project to optimize curing and surface ...

Integrating superabsorbent polymers with calcium-carbonate-producing bacteria in concrete significantly reduces shrinkage and enhances structural performance.