Cement for sites in Ayrshire

Cement we supply in Ayrshire

• LimeHydrated lime for traditional mixes.
• White cementFor light-coloured mortar and render.
• Mortar plasticiser and additivesTo improve workability and frost resistance.
• Rapid-set cementSets fast for repairs and fixing posts or frames.
• Masonry cementPre-blended with plasticiser for mortar.

Cement delivered in Ayrshire towns

• Cement in Kilmarnock
• Cement in Ayr
• Cement in Irvine
• Cement in Kilwinning
• Cement in Troon
• Cement in Prestwick

Quantities: a worked example

Laying 2,500 bricks at a 1:4 mix takes about 22 bags of 25 kg cement and 2.34 tonnes of building sand. Try the mortar calculator

Planning the drop in Ayrshire

Bags come on a shrink-wrapped pallet or as part of a mixed load; keep them covered once dropped. Our standard mainland delivery area covers Ayrshire.

• Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.
• For a phased build we can split the order so materials arrive as each stage starts, which keeps the site clear.
• Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around KA are priced to the exact address.

Before you order cement

Storage

Cement goes off if it gets damp. Keep bags on a pallet, covered and off the ground, and order what you will use within its shelf life.

Working in cold weather

Mortar and concrete should not be laid when temperatures are near freezing. Protect fresh work from frost.

Your questions answered

How many bags of cement in a cubic metre of concrete?

For a 1:5 cement to all-in ballast mix, roughly 15 bags of 25 kg cement per cubic metre. Our concrete calculator gives the full list.

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Ayrshire?

There is no fixed minimum. For very small orders we will tell you honestly if the delivery cost outweighs the materials, so you can decide.

Do you deliver cement to Ayrshire?

Yes. We deliver across Ayrshire, including KA. Our standard mainland delivery area covers Ayrshire. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.

What is the difference between cement and concrete?

Cement is the binder. Concrete is cement mixed with sand, aggregate and water.