Experimental Study on Comparative Analysis of Different Concrete Curing Methods with a Focus on Compressive Strength

Abstract

For the sake of our planet's health, it is imperative that water resources are managed sustainably, and the building sector must contribute to reducing its water footprint. As this research indicates, this calls for a change toward wise water use and implementing different concrete curing methods. 36 concrete cylinders were prepared with a 1:2:3 mix ratio and divided into 4 groups of 9 cylinders. 4 groups of cylinders were cured using four different curing strategies for 7 days, 14 days, and 28 days. A compressive strength test was performed on these cylinders, and the results showed that curing by water pond attained the maximum compressive strength in the specimens, followed by curing by using a water-based curing compound, curing with waterproof plastic paper, and curing by water sprinkling. The test also revealed that the compressive strength of the specimens under any curing strategy increased with its curing period in the day.