I layed a concrete patio in my back yard Friday. Should I spray it with a cure or not? If so when?

Question

Also when should I pull off the forms? We had to pour it pretty wet. Also why do you use the cure on top of it?

Answer 1

you can spray it with a sealer/cure right after you finish it...or you can keep it damp for a week or so and pretty much accomplish the same thing...hope you didnt pour it too wet...

Answer 2

no, it cures over years anyway.  it is hard enough to walk on

Answer 3

I've pulled forms within hours of pouring but you do have to be careful.  The concrete is pretty soft.  Then keep is damp if you can - longer the better.  The chemistry goes on working as concrete hardens - like forever.  So let it work good those first few days.  

Not sure what you mean by "cure" - you mean some sort of stone glaze - some product to coat the concrete?  I've seen that stuff for sale, but I've talked to a lot of concrete guys who never use it - they say it's worthless.