Buying cement: how to choose a quality material?

It is quite difficult at times to pick up really high-quality cement, since most types of such the goods are packed in gray bags similar to each other, any “identification marks” can be found on them impossible. The product simply does not have the reliable information necessary for an informed choice. But at the same time, certain tips for choosing cement can significantly increase the likelihood of buying a quality product.

First you need to study the data on the cement producer and the trade organization that sells it. The Internet today is literally everywhere, so any interested buyer can collect reviews and read information on specialized sites. Then you need to find out about the manufacturer of the material. It is better to choose domestic products, since when claims arise, they can be presented directly. It is almost impossible to deal with manufacturers from other countries in any way. In this case, a lot of reasons for lawsuits may arise. Imported products coming to our market are not always fresh, as it takes some time to transport cement and draw up documents. This fact can be detrimental to cement. The properties of the stale goods are lost very quickly, the old material is consumed much more actively.

The next point is the packaging of the goods. The weight of the bag must be indicated on the original packaging. The standard for such products is twenty-five and fifty kilograms. Paper bags having three or four layers are commonly used by responsible manufacturers. Their neck must be closed. For any packaging at the factory, this is a mandatory requirement.

The information indicated on the bag should be studied as carefully as possible, since it contains information about the manufacturer and all the characteristics of the cement.

The seller must present passports and quality certificates upon request. Unscrupulous traders sometimes mix different brands of cement with each other, but this is not the biggest trouble. Substances of unknown origin can also be found inside the bag; a few kilograms can not be calculated from the total weight. Marking on the packaging should be required. In addition, there must be data on which organization was involved in the packaging and by whom the material was produced.