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| I just finished pouring the portland and perlite layer and after the overnight set the surface looks, very spongy looking (like a dry sponge). Is this the way its supposed to finish out? Do I need to skim a thin layer of mortar or portland cement to "seal" and "stabilize" it? Will it support the weight of the floor and dome without compacting? |
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| Without fail, everyone who uses vermiculite concrete for the first time thinks it's weird and won't hold the weight. It will, if you followed the directions. Also, it needs a week to set up: vermiculite holds a LOT of water.
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| Thanks...its 24 hrs and it still seems spongy....wait a week before ripping it out?...haha |
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