cold cement

Examples (10)

• The workers noticed the cold cement was taking much longer to set.
• Pouring cold cement in winter can lead to structural weaknesses.
• The project was delayed because the cold cement wouldn't cure properly in the freezing weather.
• He felt the side of the mixer; the cold cement inside was a clear sign of a problem.
• Engineers are concerned that the cold cement might not reach its full design strength.
• You can't just add hot water to fix cold cement; it requires special additives.
• The manual specifically warns against using cold cement on frosty ground.
• Is this batch of cold cement the reason for the uneven finish on the floor?
• Despite the additives, the mixture remained cold cement, barely hardening after several hours.
• A special blanket was used to protect the freshly poured cold cement from the overnight frost.