In-Person Breakfast Meeting: The Perfect Pour: Avoiding and Fixing Concrete Surface Defects

The Perfect Pour: Avoiding and Fixing Concrete Surface Defects

This presentation explores best practices for achieving high-quality concrete surfaces by focusing on proper placement and finishing techniques. Aimed at contractors and field personnel, it covers the most common surface defects, such as dusting, scaling, crazing, spalling on horizontal surfaces, bug holes, honeycombing, and discoloration on vertical surfaces. It will also offer practical guidance on how to prevent them through careful mix handling, timing, finishing, and curing. Attendees will also learn effective repair strategies when defects do occur, ensuring durable, long-lasting concrete work from the start.