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Concrete Winter Tips
Concrete for driveways, sidewalks, and patios enhances the appearance and value of your home, and can provide many years of service with minimal maintenance.
Proper curing of new concrete is essential for long-term durability. Your contractor begins the curing process by applying a curing compound or by providing for a continual moist condition. You can help your concrete by maintaining this moist condition without interruption. Concrete should be moist cured a minimum of three days after placement. Methods of moist cure include wet burlap or sprinklers.
Sealing your concrete can also be beneficial. At least 30 days after placement, and before the first freeze-thaw cycle, apply a penetrating sealer (such as a silane/siloxane based sealer or equivalent) designed for use on concrete surfaces. Use a product from a reliable manufacturer and apply as directed. Always consult your contractor before applying sealers to architectural concrete.
Care should be taken when treating your concrete during the first winter. If possible, refrain from using de-icing chemicals within the first year of concrete placement. If anti-skid material is needed, use sand to provide traction.
WARNING!
Many of the new, "environmentally friendly" de-icers contain fertilizer ingredients such as ammonium sulfate or ammonium nitrate. These materials will initiate a chemical reaction with the concrete causing severe deterioration of the concrete surface, and therefore their use should be avoided. Concrete should also be protected from exposure to liquid fertilizer systems that are used on lawns.
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