How is Humidity Testing of Concrete Slabs Significant?

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Concrete is an integral part of any building or construction floor application. Though concrete is known for its longevity and strength, a few types of concrete are incapable of withstanding the harsh weather conditions. As a result of which they get cracked, become dusty, start getting damaged with water.




Everyone in the construction industry should be aware that concrete can hide inherent faults that are never visible to naked eyes. What's wrong with it? It can adversely affect any building situation later on.


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Condensation


You might consider concrete as a solid and dry substance on first look; however, it is very porous and can absorb moisture from its surrounding factors. This locked moisture can fundamentally alter the concrete properties and can damage the surface coating. The moisture can make its way to concrete from below the slab or from above. 


Sensitive Results


A couple of tests are performed on concrete in the concrete laboratory for testing to quantify the amount of moisture absorbed by concrete to avoid potential future damage. One test named in-situ test or f2170 test can determine whether a particular type of concrete can be used at your construction site. In the in-situ RH test, the tester inserts a micro-sensor fitted into a hole drilled in the test concrete through a sleeve.


Then, the reading is given to the sensor right away. It is rated as the most accurate humidity test for concrete as the probes are almost unaffected by the environmental change on the surface. 


Prevention





Another test to calculate the relative humidity percentage in a concrete slab or flooring is the F2420 test. This test is also known as the Hood Test in the industry. The reason for carrying out this test is the same; to test that the moisture permeates the concrete slab or floor and holds the potential to retard or affect the floor system. The flooring system manufacturers recommend moisture/humidity tests before they apply any covering on the concrete floor slabs.

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