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Thoroughly and completely cure and seal
as specified. Fully protect freshly placed concrete from the elements including
drying by the sun and wind, and washed by rain.
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Start initial curing as soon as free
water has disappeared from concrete surface after placing and finishing.
Weather permitting; keep continuously moist for not less than seven days.
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Curing methods during cold weather
protect concrete from freezing and cured.
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No curing and sealing compound or method
shall be used, which will impair bond or penetration of subsequently applied
finishes or materials. Coordinate with material manufacturers.
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Prohibit pedestrian traffic from newly
placed slabs for a minimum of 24 hours. Prohibit vehicular and other
construction traffic from newly placed slabs for a minimum of 7 days.
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Control joints at slab-on-grade shall be sawcut to 1/3 the
thickness of the slab saw at locations indicated on the Drawings, as soon as
slab surface will bear the sawcut equipment and operator without damage
(generally within 8 to 10 hours of pour). For areas to receive Polished
Concrete Process coordinate joint cutting and filling with trades performing
polishing, Project Manager and Owners representative for appropriate timing of
this task.
i.
After slab has cured for 7 days, fill
sawcuts with approved material. Do not fill saw cuts with sand when slab will
receive Polished Concrete Process.
ii.
In areas to receive Polished Concrete
Process fill joints with backer and sealant after polishing process is
completed as directed by Project Manager and Owners representative.
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