The terms cement and concrete have often been used interchangeably. However, cement is an ingredient used when mixing concrete. Cement is a powder that, when mixed with water, will harden into a durable solid form: concrete.
Concrete is formed using a mixture of aggregates and paste. Sand and gravel combined with water and cement will harden through a process called hydration in which the aggregates are bound together, forming what we know as concrete.
The ratio of water to cement is the highest determining factor in the strength of the concrete. The more water, the further spacing there will be between the cement and the hydration products. It is to be noted that the workability of the cement will also be affected by such measurements. Therefore, it is crucial to have the proper balance depending on the application you are employing.
The majority of concrete mixtures are made using Portland cement, which is grey in color. Through methods of staining and adding pigments, the cement can be modified in color.
The importance of curing concrete is a determining factor in the overall strength and durability of your concrete surfaces and structures. The hydration of concrete occurs when there is a reaction between the cement water while being kept at an ideal temperature. By keeping the concrete moist during this period, it will ensure proper hydration and a solid form.
The application of a concrete sealer is put in place to protect it from damage and staining. By creating an impermeable layer on the surface of your concrete, it will last longer and be much easier to maintain. Two types of sealers exist: topical and penetrating. As the names suggest, topical sealers adhere to the surface of the existing cement providing a visual enhancement while penetrating sealers use a chemical reaction to penetrate the surface.
During colder temperatures, it may be necessary to heat the concrete materials to complete the proper installation. The time it takes for the concrete to set may be extended. The curing process requires specific temperatures. Therefore, sheeting or insulation blankets may be used to protect the heat from escaping during colder installation periods.
Many factors can affect the strength of your concrete, even after it has been mixed. Pores are holes in the concrete that can be filled with air or water. The more porous the concrete, the less strength it will have, therefore the water to cement ratio is an important key factor when contemplating the strength of your concrete.
Other factors, such as the soundness of the aggregates, cement composition, and grinding of cement, all have an impact on the structural integrity of your concrete.
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Rapid curing (from 5 to 120 minutes, depending on the formulation) Can be successfully applied at surface temperatures from -30°F to 140°F. Very low viscosity—equivalent to water—which gives it outstanding wetting ability on a properly prepared concrete floor. High film build (up to 18 mils in a single coat). Bubble-free surfaces even at high humidity (although high humidity can speed up the cure time considerably). UV stable so it will never turn yellow—and can provide UV protection to underlying coatings. Made with a high solids content (as high as 100%), which means low or no volatile organics (VOCs) during application. The cured coating can handle temperatures up to 350°FCrystal clear and does not blush white from moisture in the concrete.
You can walk on it in 4 hours, move items back into the garage in 6 hours and drive on it in as little as 24 hrs. (Cure time varies based on ambient temperatures & humidity levels)
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No, we do not. Epoxy needs to bond mechanically to concrete in order for it to adhere properly. This process reduces the porosity, thus requiring the surface to be profiled to expose the pores so that the epoxy can bond to it. If not, the epoxy will fail. When it comes to profiling concrete for epoxy flooring, the best method is to mechanically grind the surface. Results can be controlled for desired outcome. This is not possible with “acid etching”. If a contractor tell you that “acid etching” is better. They mean “cheaper” for them.
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