Curing a Concrete Slab

In our book, I mention we let our slab cure for 30 days. 

However, a friend of mine, Jamie, alerted me that this cure might take a lot longer than 30 days in a humid climate!

Humidity could make a huge difference, even if there is not rain. 

The reason this is important is because if the slab has too much moisture when the house sill or other things are added on top, this moisture can go into other materials and make them at risk for mold. 

Heat and/or large fans may help. 

In more extreme situations where humidity remains very high for weeks, I wonder if there is a way to put up some kind of thick tent and use a dehumidifier.  I do not know.  If anyone tries it and it works, please let me know.  😀 

Christa Upton    Black Hills Picture Books    Edgemont, SD  57735 

About Christa Upton

I am a wife and mother of three children ages 11, 14, and 18. I used to be a stay-at-home mom (teaching piano & dance, volunteering, etc). From 2007 to 2010, I suffered accidental Toxic Injury (also called Multiple Chemical Sensitivity or MCS). MCS has had major impact on our family, but the forced time in bed has given me time to write. So far, I have published 4 children's books (2 in e-book format on Kindle, one in Print-on-Demand at CreateSpace, and one printed by a local printer). Sometimes I miss my old life, but I love writing for children!
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