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cement and water quality

cement and water quality

cement and water quality

(OP)
Does anyone know of where to get information on the acceptable range of water quality with respect to cement concentration in concrete or soil cement.   Particuly with respect to pH, dissolved salts, other items such as oils.  Thanks,

Paul Rantala, P.Eng
http://www.parinn.com

RE: cement and water quality

I was taught that any water that is drinkable is OK.

good luck

RE: cement and water quality

Go to my web page, see link below. Then go the PCA page and download "Mixing Water For Concrete".

www.SlideRuleEra.net

RE: cement and water quality

(OP)
thanks slideruleera, the article answered my questions.

Paul Rantala, P.Eng
http://www.parinn.com

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