I’m pouring footings for a deck here in WI: 4′ deep, 8″ diameter, using premixed bag concrete. How long before I can start putting up my posts?
Thanks,
Tom
I’m pouring footings for a deck here in WI: 4′ deep, 8″ diameter, using premixed bag concrete. How long before I can start putting up my posts?
Thanks,
Tom
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Many variables, moisture, temperature, mix, eetc.Maybe one day three generally plenty safe. Occasionally a week with wet mix, cold temp.
I usually start posting the following day setting temporary supports around deck perimeter to keep wieght off peers until they cure. I leave temps in place until deck is complete or they start to get in the way.
J. D. Reynolds
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Piffin covered the basics. In addition, helps to keep tops moist/damp as long as possible. Old burlap bags, cardboard or even newspaper work well. The "curing" is a continuing chemical process which requires water. Evaporation can cause the tops to dry out early.
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Rework
Thanks everyone, just what I needed to know.
Tom