ASTM C156-03 - 10.7.2003
 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers laboratory determination of the efficiency of liquid membrane-forming compounds and sheet materials for curing concrete, as measured by their ability to reduce moisture loss during the early hardening period.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are provided for information purposes only.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. (Warning—Fresh hydraulic cementitious mixtures are caustic and may cause chemical burns to skin and tissue upon prolonged exposure.)

 
2. Referenced Documents

C778-26

Standard Specification for Standard Sand

D1475-13(2025)

Standard Test Method for Density of Liquid Coatings, Inks, and Related Products

C305-20

Standard Practice for Mechanical Mixing of Hydraulic Cement Pastes and Mortars of Plastic Consistency

D2369-24

Standard Test Method for Volatile Content of Coatings

C87-05

Standard Test Method for Effect of Organic Impurities in Fine Aggregate on Strength of Mortar

E178-21

Standard Practice for Dealing With Outlying Observations

C230/C230M-23

Standard Specification for Flow Table for Use in Tests of Hydraulic Cement

C150-07

Standard Specification for Portland Cement

D1653-26

Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Organic Coating Films