Why concrete smells?

[Mehboob]

Why concrete smells, is it because of cement?

 

[ashish@]

Due to its chemical reaction.

 

[Dnyan Deshmukh]

Everything in this world do have smell, you will sense more of one in a group which is having more smell.

 

[Ambujahelp]

Concrete can have a smell due to the chemical reactions between cement, water, and additives during hydration. Sometimes, odors come from admixtures, curing compounds, or dampness in freshly placed concrete. These smells usually fade as the concrete cures. Ambuja Help offers practical insights on maintaining concrete quality and curing practices.