An Investigation of Techniques for Achieving Exposed Aggregate Surfaces for Site-Cast Concrete

Abstract

This report describes techniques for producing acceptable exposed aggregate finishes for site-cast concrete, including chemical retardation and mechanical methods. Potentially promising techniques are evaluated with regard to labor requirements, material requirements, cost factors, and limitations.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA012110

Entities

People

  • Daniel J. Naus
  • G. R. Williamson
  • Randy A Freeman
  • Wayne Muir

Organizations

  • Construction Engineering Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Abrasive Blasting
  • Abrasives
  • Biomedical And Dental Materials
  • Concrete
  • Construction
  • Construction Materials
  • Engineering
  • Materials
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Processing
  • Particles
  • Plastics
  • Precast Concrete
  • Quality Control
  • Reinforced Concrete
  • Reinforced Plastics
  • Standards

Fields of Study

  • Materials science

Readers

  • Pavement Materials Engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design