Finishing is a step that turns freshly poured concrete into a strong, smooth surface before it fully sets. Here’s how to do ...

Rate of placement and screeding method are baseline decisions that must be made prior to start of placement. Placing/finishing concrete is time sensitive and susceptible to environmental conditions.

Otherwise, plastic shrinkage cracking may occur, and the surface may dry out making it more difficult to achieve an acceptable broom finish. When the concrete is ready, start by dampening the ...

When concrete surfaces start to deteriorate ... sprinkling the surface of the concrete with water to extend the finishing time, and not curing the concrete properly after installation.