Cement delivery in Shipley

Choosing from our cement range

• Rapid-set cementSets fast for repairs and fixing posts or frames.
• General-purpose cementCEM I or CEM II Portland cement for mortar and concrete.
• LimeHydrated lime for traditional mixes.
• White cementFor light-coloured mortar and render.

Before your Shipley delivery arrives

Bags come on a shrink-wrapped pallet or as part of a mixed load; keep them covered once dropped. Shipley is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.
• Tell us the best drop point, such as a driveway, front garden or the kerb, and whether a lorry can park close to it.
• Keep cement, plaster and boards dry: have a tarpaulin or a garage space ready before they arrive.

Quantities: a worked example

Laying 3,000 bricks at a 1:4 mix takes about 26 bags of 25 kg cement and 2.81 tonnes of building sand. Try the mortar calculator

Before you order cement

Working in cold weather

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

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.

Common questions from Shipley

How soon can cement be delivered in Shipley?

We confirm the delivery date when we price your order, before you commit. It depends on the product, the quantity and whether it is a stock line or made to order.

What is the difference between cement and concrete?

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

How long does cement keep?

Bagged cement has a use-by date printed on the bag; it lasts only if it is kept completely dry.

Do you deliver cement to Shipley?

Yes. We deliver across Shipley, including BD18, BD17, BD10, BD9. Shipley is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.