Title:
From Structural to Architectural Concrete
Author(s):
Ronald L. Kozikowski, Kiley Marcoe, and Eric Cohen
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
45
Issue:
3
Appears on pages(s):
33-37
Keywords:
finish, surface, cleaning, stain
DOI:
10.14359/51738690
Date:
3/1/2023
Abstract:
Architectural concrete requires a higher aesthetic finish than typical structural cast-in-place work. If structural concrete is expected to meet the aesthetic requirements normally associated with architectural concrete, the more subjective properties must be qualified and bid as architectural requirements. Otherwise, final acceptance of cast-in-place structural concrete might be difficult.
Related References:
1. ACI Committee 301, “Specifications for Concrete Construction (ACI 301-20),” American Concrete Institute, Farmington Hills, MI, 2020, 73 pp.
2. ACI Committee 303, “Guide to Cast-in-Place Architectural Concrete Practice (ACI 303R-12),” American Concrete Institute, Farmington Hills, MI, 2012, 36 pp.
3. MNL-122: “Architectural Precast Concrete,” third edition, Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute, Chicago, IL, 2007, 588 pp.