EP129 — Doctor Concrete Part 6: The Science of Curing
In the final episode of our Doctor Concrete series on The CODE – India’s No.1 Construction Podcast, Er. Suneet Gupta — Civil Engineer, Concrete Technologist, and affectionately known as Doctor Concrete — breaks down the most misunderstood and overlooked step in concrete making: Curing.
We’ve talked about Batching, Mixing, Transportation, Placement, Compaction, and Finishing.
Now comes the step that ensures all of that effort actually works — Curing.
Curing is not just sprinkling water; it’s a controlled process that helps concrete gain its true design strength, durability, and resistance to cracks. Yet, it’s the step most people rush or skip.
In this episode, Doctor Concrete explains:
What curing really does inside the concrete structure.
Why continuous moisture is critical for cement hydration.
The right duration for curing as per IS 456:2000 (7–14 days minimum).
The best methods — ponding, wet gunny bags, sprinkling, curing compounds.
What happens when curing is delayed or insufficient.
The link between curing, durability, and life span of RCC structures.
Because the truth is simple — you can do everything else right, but if you skip curing, your concrete will fail.
🎧 Watch EP129 – Doctor Concrete: The Science of Curing now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.
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