Concrete Moisture Testing
Why a Concrete Moisture Meter isn’t the Final Decision
Why a Concrete Moisture Meter isn’t the Final Decision — 2026 update from ifti.
Why a Concrete Moisture Meter isn’t the Final Decision — 2026 update from ifti.
Learn how ASTM F1869 measures MVER, what the results mean, and how to choose between calcium chloride and RH testing.
Healthcare flooring failures create infection risks. Learn the specific moisture testing protocols for sterile environments and operating rooms.
If you’re testing a concrete slab for moisture, the method you choose matters—and so does knowing what the results actually mean. Two of the most
ASTM F2170 (relative humidity probes) and F1869 (calcium chloride) measure different things. Choose wrong and your flooring warranty could be void. Here’s how to pick the right test.
Concrete slabs may look solid, but they’re constantly interacting with moisture. That’s why accurate moisture testing is critical before installing any flooring system. But when
You followed the install instructions. You selected the right flooring system. But months later, it fails—warping, bubbling, or delaminating—and the manufacturer says the warranty won’t