{"id":2176,"date":"2022-04-28T18:36:36","date_gmt":"2022-04-28T22:36:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/?p=2176"},"modified":"2022-12-18T12:45:07","modified_gmt":"2022-12-18T17:45:07","slug":"can-you-leave-concrete-forms-on-for-too-long","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeimprovementscout.com\/can-you-leave-concrete-forms-on-for-too-long\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Leave Concrete Forms on for Too Long (or Too Short)?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re pouring concrete in forms then you might be wondering if there is an issue with leaving the forms on for too long (or for too short). If you\u2019re a contractor and frequently work with forms, then you\u2019ll want to get them from one job to the next as quickly as you can, because as we all know time is money.<\/p>\n

In short, there is no such thing as leaving concrete forms on for too long, as they will simply continue the curing process as the forms remain in place. However, there is no real need to leave forms on for longer than necessary. After a short period of time, the concrete is dry enough to retain its shape, and the curing process is far enough along to remove the forms.<\/p>\n

As for leaving the concrete forms on for too short a period, this can definitely be a concern. Forms are needed to let the concrete dry enough to remain solid, but they are also useful for ensuring the concrete retains the necessary moisture as it cures.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s take a look at how long to leave concrete forms in place for when the ideal time is to remove them, and the issues with taking them off too early.<\/p>\n

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