As spring sets in with warmer days, dry winds, and cooler nights, the changing weather conditions can increase the likelihood of concrete cracking. At Atlas Concrete, we want to ensure our customers are prepared to manage these seasonal risks and deliver the best results for their projects.
To help you better understand the factors behind seasonal cracking and learn how to minimize its impact, we support the Advisory Notice from the NZ Concrete Contractors Association. The notice provides detailed insights into why cracking can occur and practical steps you can take to reduce the risk during this time of year.
Some key tips include:
- Keeping the concrete surface adequately moist during early curing.
- Using windbreaks or sunshades to protect fresh concrete from environmental stress.
- Placing and finishing concrete at the optimal time of day to avoid rapid temperature changes.
- Following best practices for control joints to guide cracking in a controlled manner.
We encourage all our customers and contractors to read this notification. To obtain a copy please reach out to your Atlas Concrete Account Manager – we’re here to support you throughout the season.
