Cement for Waltham Abbey, delivered to site

Choosing from our cement range

• General-purpose cementCEM I or CEM II Portland cement for mortar and concrete.
• Rapid-set cementSets fast for repairs and fixing posts or frames.
• White cementFor light-coloured mortar and render.
• Mortar plasticiser and additivesTo improve workability and frost resistance.

Sizing your order

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

Delivering cement in Waltham Abbey

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

• Have someone on site for the delivery if you can, or agree a safe drop point with us in advance.
• If neighbours share the access, it helps to let them know a lorry is coming.
• Keep cement, plaster and boards dry: have a tarpaulin or a garage space ready before they arrive.

Getting the right 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.

How much cement do I need?

Work from the mix: a 1:4 mortar or a 1:5 concrete mix tells you the share of cement. Our calculators turn wall or slab sizes into bags.

Your questions answered

What is the difference between cement and concrete?

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

Can I add other materials to my Waltham Abbey delivery?

Yes. Put everything on one list, from cement to fixings and PPE, and we will price it as one delivery where the products can travel together.

How many bags of cement for 1,000 bricks?

At a 1:4 mortar mix, about 8 to 9 bags of 25 kg cement and roughly 1 tonne of building sand, allowing for waste.

Do you deliver cement to trades and homeowners in Waltham Abbey?

Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.