Emma Morano, 117 years old, blows candles in the day of her birthday in Verbania, Italy, Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016. At 117 years of age, Emma is now the oldest person in the world and is believed to be the last surviving person in the world who was born in the 1800s. Antonio Calanni, AP. Fullscreen.
Wind, humidity, and sunlight are all factors in how long it takes for concrete to cure, walking, normally about 1 to 2 days. 5. How long does it take for concrete to cure enough to drive on? Again, wind, humidity, and sunlight are all factors but the standard is about 5 to 7 days. Start with a minimum of 2 people for a 1 cubic yard pour. 2  Add one person for each additional cubic yard of concrete. 3  If you are using wheelbarrows to move the concrete form the truck to the forms, add an additional person.
By Concrete Construction Staff. Q: We placed a concrete slab for an exterior multipurpose game court. How long do we have to wait before painting basketball-court lines? A: Because many different paint types are available for concrete surfaces, you should follow the instructions provided by the paint manufacturer. Most literature recommends a 28-day cure, but it's not clear whether that means a 28-day drying period after the concrete has been moist cured, or a 28-day wait after the concrete has been placed. The Portland Cement Association (Ref. 1) recommends waiting 28 days to 6 months, depending on surface conditions and the coatings used on the surface.