The effects of the PVA polymer additive on the basic and rheological properties of the primary and backup slurries have been studied. Meanwhile, the properties of the no-PVA polymer added slurry have also been studied and compared. Experimental results showed as follows; (1) the time required to reach the slurry stability were reduced; (2) the slurry pH values were lowered; (3) the life of slurry were extended; (4) the slurry water content remained stable.