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A Review on Eco Friendly Self Curing Concrete using PEG 400

Dharmpal Chaudhary, Mr Ankur Sahu

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Self-curing concrete (SCC) is a novel material that addresses the issues of inadequate curing in ordinary concrete. The use of polyethylene glycol (PEG 400), a hydrophilic polymer, as a self-curing agent provides a long-term option to improve concrete performance while minimising environmental effect. This paper investigates the concepts, methods, and advantages of self-curing concrete with PEG 400, focussing on its environmental benefits, mechanical qualities, durability, and practical applications. The report also discusses recent advances, obstacles, and potential future research areas in this field. Concrete is the most commonly utilised construction material worldwide. However, standard curing techniques use a lot of water and contribute significantly to environmental issues like water scarcity. The development of environmentally friendly self-curing concrete (SCC) provides a long-term answer. This review study looks at the usage of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG 400) as a self-curing agent in concrete. The emphasis is on the mechanism, performance qualities, and environmental advantages. Several experimental findings and practical applications are discussed to determine its viability as a sustainable alternative.


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Dharmpal Chaudhary, & Mr Ankur Sahu. (2025). A Review on Eco Friendly Self Curing Concrete using PEG 400. Journal of Advanced Cement & Concrete Technology, 8(1), 25–28. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14607773

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