Cement classes explained: 32.5 vs 42.5
What the numbers on a cement bag mean, and how to match the class to the job you are building.
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Notes from the yard
Plain-language guides on cement classes, storage, curing and choosing the right product for the job.
How to store cement bags on site without losing them to moisture
Cement hardens in the bag when it meets moisture. Simple storage rules keep every bag usable to the last one.
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Curing concrete in hot, dry weather
Concrete gains strength by staying wet. In heat and wind it dries out fast unless you plan the cure.
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Which cement should I use? A quick guide by job type
A plain-language guide matching common site jobs to the strength class that suits them.
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