Looking for studies that analysis the impact that titanium dioxide may cause to color concrete.
Dear Maytê Mobrige Russo
Please take help from the attached articles:
https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/25124/dot_25124_DS1.pdf?.
https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4991/9/10/1444/pdf.
Dear Pervaiz Ahmad, thank you for the recommendation. Will read it right now.
Best,
Maytê
Dear Maytê Mobrige Russo this is an important question of significant practical interest. As you certainly now, titanium dioxide (TiO2) is normally added to concrete in order to fight /reduce air pollution. In most relevant articles the resulting color is not discussed in detail as it is well known that TiO2 is white. According to the useful link cited below "Titanium dioxide is useful for achieving light colors, whites, as well as making light grey when used in grey cement.":
The Science of Color in Concrete
https://www.forconstructionpros.com/concrete/decorative/article/12135916/the-science-of-color-in-concrete
Good luck with your work!
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