Quikrete Concrete Mix
Quikrete Concrete Mix is a pre-blended mixture of Portland Cement and Aggregates for general structural uses, requiring only the addition of water.
Quikrete Concrete Mix is designed for pouring concrete at least 2” thick. Quikrete has multiple uses including Foundation Walls, Footings, Sidewalks, Curbs, Steps, Ramps, Walkways, Equipment Platforms, Post Footings, Floor Slabs, Patios, Pools, Stepping Stones, Splash Blocks, Rip Rap and Slope Protection.
Quikrete Concrete Mix exceeds the compressive strength requirements of ASTM C387. The technical compressive strength are 2500 psi at 7 days and 4000 psi at 28 days, at a *slump range of 2” – 3” . This is extremely low water ratio and would be extremely hard to work the concrete. Remember adding water increases workability but decreases strength.
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Manufacturers recommended Installation Procedures:
Preparatory Work
Machine Mixing Instruction
Quikrete Concrete Mix can be mixed in a barrel type concrete mixer or a mortar mixer. Make sure to choose a mixer size most appropriate for the job. Allow at least 1 cu. ft. of mixer capacity for each 80 lb. bag of Quikrete Concrete Mix to be mixed at one time.
Water Demand
For each 80 lb. bag of Quikrete Concrete Mix to be mixed, add approximately 6 pt. of fresh water to the mixer. If the material becomes too difficult to mix, add additional water until a workable mix is obtained.
Note: Final water content should be approximately 6-9 pt. of water per 80 lb. bag of concrete.
Hand Mixing Instruction
Empty concrete bags into a suitable mixing container. For each 80lb. bag of Quikrete Concrete Mix to be mixed, add approximately 6 pints of fresh water. Work the mix with a shovel, rake or hoe and add water as needed until a stiff, moldable consistency is achieved. Be sure all material is wet, do not leave standing puddles.