Title:
Finishing the Sidewalk Scaling Situation
Author(s):
Henry B. Prenger
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
40
Issue:
8
Appears on pages(s):
36-38
Keywords:
finishing, curing, scaling, slag cement
DOI:
10.14359/51710890
Date:
8/1/2018
Abstract:
Extreme winter weather in Maryland in 1993 caused widespread sidewalk scaling. The damage prompted a long-term study of the causes of deterioration. Many of the problems witnessed are the result of premature finishing of extremely slow setting concrete in cold temperatures or using water as a finishing aid in hot temperatures.
Related References:
1. Sutter, L.L.; Van Dam, T.J.; Peterson, K.R.; and Johnston, D., “Long Term Effects of Magnesium Chloride and Other Concentrated Salt Solutions on Pavement and Structural Portland Cement Concrete – Phase I Results,” Journal of the Transportation Research Board, Transportation Research Board, V. 1979, 2006, pp. 54‐59.