Among all the construction materials used in the world, cement is the most widely used due to its unique advantages compared to other materials. Do you need cement for a project? Offering a broad range of applications, we explore the benefits of this economic material.

What are the benefits of cement?

• Preparation of cement is easy and affordable
• Properly processed and properly executed, cement has a very long shelf life and does not fall off or peel in the long run.
• Compared to engineered cementitious materials used for construction, the production cost of cement is very low. 
• Concrete sets, hardens, gain its strength at regular room temperature or ambient temperature. 
• Fresh concrete is flowable and is in liquid state. It can be cast into complex shapes and configurations by adjusting the mix.
• The amount of energy required for production of cement is low compared with steel.
• Concrete can withstand high temperatures better than wood and steel. 
• Many industrial wastes can be recycled as a substitute for cement or aggregate. 
• Concrete structures do not require coating or painting for regular applications as protection for weathering compared to steel or wooden structures.
• White cement has light-reflecting properties for added safety
• White cement can be easily combined with other colours and can be used to create art

What are the applications of cement?

Cement is suitable for professional tradespeople and for jobs around the house for a broad range of applications. These include:

• Buildings
• Walls
• Bridges
• Building façades
• Driveways
• Balconies, cornices, ornaments, paving stones and sculptures
• Used in making slurry for ceramic floor cladding and building façade cladding
• Used in the construction of interior spaces – wall paving etc.
• Mortar and grouts
• Pebblecreting of pools when mixed with pebbles or sand
• Terrazzo manufacture
• Highway barriers
• To make attractive cast stones
  
  

Garlick’s H Hardware is your one-stop shop for cement, timber, tools and more

Whether you are planning a concreting project, painting the house, stocking up on timber and tools, or your lawn needs sprucing up, we have everything you need here at Garlick’s H Hardware in Muswellbrook.

As part of the massive 700-store H Hardware network, our independence ensures you get a great deal, every time. Looking for concrete ideas? Our team at Garlick’s H Hardware will help you find inspiration.

Stop by our Sydney Street shop today or browse our product range online. Phone us on (02) 6543 2139 or send us an email.