Cement Concrete Hardener Chemical

Cement Concrete Hardener is a chemical compound designed to improve the hardness, durability, and wear resistance of concrete surfaces. It is typically applied to concrete floors, pavements, or other surfaces after they have been poured and cured to enhance their properties. 

 

• Silicate Compounds: These are typically sodium or potassium silicate compounds that react with the calcium hydroxide (lime) present in the concrete. This reaction forms insoluble calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H), which is a dense and hard material, improving the strength of the concrete surface.

• Cementitious Materials: Some concrete hardeners contain fine particles of cement, which help to fill micro-pores in the concrete, further increasing surface density and hardness.

• Water: In many formulations, water is used as a medium to help activate the chemical reactions. Once applied, the water evaporates, leaving the hardening agents behind.

• Other Additives: These may include plasticizers, corrosion inhibitors, or pigments to further improve performance, workability, or appearance.