Portland Cement 1/11

A key component in making concrete and portland/lime mortars. When mixed with sand and coarse aggregate, it produces concrete. When mixed with lime and mason sand, it produces mortar.

• Portland cement is not to be confused with concrete

• When Portland cement is mixed with water, it acts as the glue to bond sand, gravel, or crush stone to make concrete

• Used for custom concrete mixes for both concrete slabs or for repairs where the concrete will be at least 2” (51 mm) thick

• Can be mixed with aggregates to produce mortars and base coat stuccos

• For mixing concrete: mix 1 part Portland cement, 2 parts coarse sand and 3 parts aggregate

• For mixing mortar: mix 1 parts Portland cement, 1/4 part lime and 3 parts mason sand

• For thicknesses less than 2 In. (51 mm) and toppings, use: 1 part of Portland cement with 3 - 4 parts of concrete sand or general purpose sand

• Meets ASTM C 150