Figuring out how long for cement to dry before rain
You're probably staring at a weather app and your newly poured driveway, wondering exactly how long for cement to dry before rain hits and ruins all your hard work. It's a common panic for DIYers and even some pro contractors who get caught off guard by a sudden summer storm. The short answer is that you generally need about two to four hours of dry weather after finishing the pour for the cement to reach its "initial set." However, that doesn't mean it's completely safe or "cured"—it just means it has hardened enough that a light drizzle won't immediately wash it away into the grass. ...