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    Jan 5, 2010, 06:03 PM
    Is air entrained concrete stronger?
    Is air entrained concrete stronger?
    Can mortar be air entrained as well?
    Can air entrained concrete be used for footings or foundation?
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    Jan 5, 2010, 07:14 PM

    Yes, yes and yes. http://www.lime.org/BLG/McGinley.pdf
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    Jan 5, 2010, 08:18 PM

    Air entrained concrete is more durable (especially with regard to freeze-thaw cycles) and more workable.
    Too much air-entrainment can greatly reduce compressive strength as the microscopic air bubbles are replacing sand, cement and stone. Air content can be measured on site. This site offers some discusion also:Air-Entraining
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    Feb 9, 2010, 03:55 PM

    Thank you all! Very helpful!
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