White Cement: Application & Widely Used Types

White Cement: Application & Widely Used Types

A variant of Portland cement is white cement, of which its unique white color comes from the inclusion of iron and manganese during the manufacturing process. As a result, in addition to its color, the product has all of the features of gray mortar with upgraded benefits of strength, whiteness, longevity and resistance. 

It’s commonly employed for external applications that also include reinforced cement concrete & glass-reinforced concrete. Its unique white color comes from the inclusion of iron and manganese during the manufacturing process. 

In addition to its color, the product has all of the features of gray mortar, as well as a variety of other benefits. As a result, it’s commonly employed for external applications.

White cement’s applications

1. It’s used in high-end construction projects and ornamental applications.
2. Inorganic pigments are used in colored concrete to make brilliantly colored concrete and mortars.
3. It is employed in architectural beauty, interior and outdoor decorations, floorings, and ornamental concrete items such as idols due to its whiteness, whereas gray cement is primarily used for building.
4. Because of its high reflectiveness, it is used on highways to improve visibility in highway medians.
5. White cement is also utilized extensively in the production of precast components & glass-reinforced concrete.
6. They’re also commonly utilized to make cast stones with a pleasing appearance.
7. There are various applications for this product that you should be aware of. Take a look at the list below.
8. This product is typically employed in the form of precast panels & glass-reinforced concrete.
9. Because the cost of manufacturing this product is substantially higher than that of OPC and PPC, it is not suggested for use in common construction materials like concrete, mortar, and plaster but in reinforced cement concrete.

Types of White cement at JK Cement 

1-  CEM I 52.5N  : 

Common applications of 52.5N : 

• Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete
• Precast panels for exterior facade.
• Designer Flooring:- Paving stones, Garden walkways, Pavement, Mosaic Tiles.
• Masonry Application:- Plasters, Pointing Mortar, Tile Adhesive and Tile Grouts.
• Architectural & Decorative Concrete: Coloured concrete cast in molds/forms, Fountains, Border Stones Railing, Entrance Pillar,Cast Stone.

Key attributes of JK White Cement CEM I 52.5 N:

• High early strength
• It has min. whiteness of 90%
• It is produced from the raw material with highest purity
• Prolonged durability
• High reflectance

2-  CEM II 42.5 N  :

Common applications of 42.5N : 

• Dry Mix Mortar:- Plaster, Tile grout, Adhesives, Joint filler, Pointing mortar, Stucco,Renders..
• Architectural Applications : Artificial stones, Cladding tiles, Insitu Terrazzo …
• Other applications : Cement paint, Cement wash … 

Key attributes of JK White Cement CEM II 42.5 N:

• Low heat of hydration
• Great fineness & durability
• It is produced from the raw material with highest purity
• High early strength compared to Gray Cement CEM II 42.5

Wrapping up:

JK White Cement Works (Fujairah) FZC is a subsidiary of JK Cement Ltd, one of the leading cement factories in UAE & India. JK Cement is the Largest manufacturer of White cement & other cement-based products. 

So, if you are in need of white cement, tile grout & adhesives, wall Maxx, or Floor screed, look no further than JK cement.