PROPER COLD WEATHER CARE OF NEW CONCRETE
- DO NOT SALT CONCRETE WITHIN THE FIRST YEAR OF PLACEMENT
- Salt promotes additional freeze/thaw cycles which can lead to the damage of new concrete.
- DO NOT USE DE-ICER ON CONCRETE WITHIN THE FIRST YEAR OF PLACEMENT
- Never use de-icers with ammonium sulfate or ammonium nitrate! These two compounds trigger a chemical reaction that breaks down and damages concrete surfaces.
- USE SAND OR SMALL ROCK TO AID IN SLIP RESISTANCE
- Promptly remove snow and ice while making sure to broom/wash off areas where de-icing salts may have fallen.
ONGOING MAINTENANCE OF CONCRETE
- CONSIDER RESEALING HIGH TRAFFIC AREAS EVERY FIVE YEARS
- Fowler & Hammer, Inc. recommends silane or siloxane based breathable sealants. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for frequency and proper application procedures.
For more information or advice, please contact Fowler & Hammer, Inc. at 608-782-6849.