[titan7]

Getting ready to place a new driveway. Every contractor I talked to just says water it with the hose a few times per day. I have read that not how to do it so it's either burlap blankets kept wet or a spray/ roll on curing compound.

So what is a good brand curing compound that will not leave a residue or discolor? Also this needs to be applied soon after placement, so how do I spray it on the areas out of reach?? I assume I can't walk on the concrete?

Thx

 

[Msradell]

I'm not sure what kinds of curing compounds are allowed in California, I'm sure only water-based ones are allowed in California because of environmental restrictions. It shouldn't be a problem walking on the concrete when you put on the curing compound. The concrete has to be hard enough to walk on anyway or the curing compound will damage the surface. The easiest way is to just spray it on using a pump up sprayer although some people prefer to roll it on. It depends on the type you use. Just go to a local concrete supply house and get their recommendations for your area.

 

[jomama45]

I go through a few drums of this a year and have always been happy with it. I would highly recommend straining it through a filter or cloth first though, as any chunks will continually clog the sprayer tip.

http://www.mudsupply.com/VOCOMP-20-Concrete-Curing-and-Sealing-Compound-p/1398.htm

I usually spray minutes after the last broom gets pulled, and I spray from the edges most of the time. We also have an 8' wand extension we use, but generally, playing the wind, I can reach it w/o. If the slab is huge, you could wait an hour or two and spray it in socks too.

I'm not sure about the residue issue though, as it will literally form a thin layer on the surface. If you're looking for self-disipating, I know they exist, but they're going to be more expensive and harder to find. Unless you are staining the surface soon after pouring, I see no need for anything special.

BTW, just wetting the surface a few times a day will not cut it............