Abstract:Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) defines as a self-curing agent when it forms films prevent evaporation water required to hydration. In this study was found the effect of self-curing factor on some mechanical properties is studied by adding of PVA solution to cement ratio (P/C) with varying conditions of curing. The PVA dissolved in water from 1% by weight of cement. It was seen that PVA could service by self-curing through providing increase strength compare with traditional curing. The results showed increased percen… Show more
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