PROFESSIONAL GRADE CEMENT

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Portland-Limestone Cement CEMII\A-LL 32,5R Product Data Sheet

An exceptional cement for professional use, conveniently packed in weatherproof bags.

Professional Grade Cement is a fortified

Portland-limestone cement conforming fully to

BS EN 197-1 CEMII\A-LL 32,5R.

It is superior to ordinary Portland Cement

owing to:

• Consistent, light colour

• Frost protection

• Increased workability

• Reduced bleed

Professional Grade Cement is a quality assured

cement with independent third party certification

and carries a CE Mark. Professional Grade Cement

is available in waterproof, transparent, tear-

resistant plastic packaging within the UK.

DATA SHEET

PROFESSIONAL GRADE CEMENT

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PROFESSIONAL GRADE CEMENT: DATA SHEET

APPLICATIONS

Professional Grade Cement is for use in concretes, mortars, renders and screeds. Please refer to

BS 8500-1 BS EN 206-1 for guidance on concrete specification.

PROPERTIES

• Consistent strength meeting all the conformity criteria in BS EN 197-1.

• Contains cement performance enhancing additives to give the following benefits compared

with ordinary Portland Cement

Lower water demand, virtually eliminated separation of water, cement & aggregate to reduce bleed, a

homogenous more cohesive mix, and increased resistance of hardened concrete/mortar to freeze/thaw

attack.

Professional Grade Cement is supplied in 25kg bags within the UK.

STORAGE

Professional Grade Cement is a cement-based material and should be handled and stored with care. This

product may be stored, unopened, in either indoor or outdoor conditions clear of the ground. If stored

correctly and used within 155 days of the packing date shown on the bag, the activity of the reducing

agent will be maintained.

CONDITIONS OF USE

Professional Grade Cement should not be mixed with additions or other cement types.

Professional Grade Cement may be used in the range of traditional nominal mixes as for traditional

Portland Cement.

To achieve optimum performance from Professional Grade Cement in concrete or other products, it is

essential that it is correctly specified and used.

As with other cements in building work, there is no substitute for good practice and workmanship. It is

essential to use the correct materials, proportion and mix the materials properly, add the correct amount

of water, compact, cure and protect as appropriate.

Normal hot and cold weather practice should also be followed.

The final finish quality of this material will depend upon the operative having the required skills and a

familiarity with the material and its application methods. Hope Cement cannot be held responsible where

workmanship has not been carried out in accordance with good practice.

Manual handling should comply with The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992.

Professional Grade Cement is manufactured from natural products, and slight shade variations may

occur. All Professional Grade Cement comes from a single source in the Peak District and ensures a

consistently light colour.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Contact between cement powder and body fluids (e.g., sweat and eye fluids) may cause irritation,

dermatitis or burns. For further information, including control of soluble hexavalent chromium, refer to

the appropriate Hope Cement Material Safety Data Sheets.

TECHNCAL SUPPORT

For additional information on Professional Grade Cement and the full range of Hope Cement bagged

products, please contact us on the details below.

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APPLICATIONS

General Purpose Cement is a quality- assured BS EN 197-1 CEM II cement, with independent third-party

certification and carries CE marking.

It is a general purpose CEM II cement that is suitable for use in concrete, mortars, renders, screeds

and grouts.

PROPERTIES

General Purpose Cement is based on sustainable cement technology with a consistent strength meeting

all the conformity criteria in BS EN 197-1. It is compatible with admixtures such as air-entraining agents

and workability aids. Trial mixes are recommended to determine the optimum mix proportions.

General Purpose Cement is available in 25kg weatherproof bags.

DATA SHEET

GENERAL PURPOSE CEMENT


GENERAL PURPOSE CEMENT: DATA SHEET

STORAGE

This product should be stored in unopened bags clear of the ground in cool dry conditions and should be

stacked in a safe and stable manner. Information on the maximum storage period can be found on the bag.

GETTING THE BEST OUT OF GENERAL PURPOSE CEMENT

• General Purpose Cement may be used in the range of traditional nominal mixes as for traditional

Portland Cement.

• To achieve optimum performance in concrete or other products, it is essential that General Purpose

Cement is correctly specified and used.

• As with other cements in building work, there is no substitute for good practice and workmanship.

It is essential to use the correct materials, proportion and mix the materials properly, add the correct

amount of water, compact, cure and protect as appropriate.

• When using General Purpose Cement, it is particularly important to ensure that effective curing

is applied.

• Normal hot and cold weather practice should also be followed.

• The final finish quality of this material will depend upon the operative having the required skills

and a familiarity with the material and its application methods.

• Manual handling should comply with The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992.

• General Purpose Cement is manufactured from natural products, and slight shade variations may occur.

• General Purpose Cement should not be mixed with additions or other cement types.

HEALTH AND SAFETY




TECHNICAL SUPPORT

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Sand Cement Screed is easy to prepare, use and store and the

perfect solution when you’re working on an interior for a domestic

or light commercial application.

APPLICATIONS

Sand Cement Screed is suitable for use as an internal non-wearing levelling screed material in domestic

and commercial applications subject to medium or light trafficking.

You get guaranteed cement content and mix proportions in every bag.

It is available in showerproof, tear-resistant plastic packaging within the UK.

DATA SHEET

SAND CEMENT SCREED


SAND CEMENT SCREED: DATA SHEET

PROPERTIES

Sand Cement Screed complies with BS EN 998-2 and is a kiln dried, factory produced

1:3 cement:sand mortar.

STORAGE

Sand Cement Screed should be stored in unopened bags clear of the ground, in cool dry conditions and

protected from damp, frost, heat and excessive draught. Please use within 6 months of the packing date

shown on the bag, which is in a week/year format.

HOW TO MIX SAND CEMENT SCREED

These mixing instructions are designed to help you get the best out of Sand Cement Screed:

• Segregation can take place during transit, which is why we recommend you thoroughly mix the bag

contents before use.

• For optimum results, mix the contents of the bag thoroughly by means of forced action mechanical

mixers such as pan or paddle, while being careful to use approximately 1.6 litres of clean water per

bag to get the consistency you want for both laying and thorough compaction.

• The use of mechanical free fall mixers should be avoided as their use can lead to the balling of screed

material and affect the materials performance.

• The screed should be used within an hour of the water being added.

• If you add too much water, the mix will be weaker, it will take longer to set and the overall

performance of the screed will be impaired.

• One of the main benefits of Sand Cement Screed is that all plasticisers and workability aids are

incorporated into the mix, which means you don’t have to add anything to maximise the performance

of the product.

• Once laid, we recommend you cover the screed for at least 7 days with plastic sheeting or other

suitable material.

COVERAGE PER BAG

Laying Depth: Unbonded Screed: Minimum 60mm

Floating Screed: Minimum 75mm

HEALTH AND SAFETY




TECHNICAL SUPPORT

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Bags required per 1m2 of floor area: 60mm depth: 6 bags

75mm depth: 7.5 bags

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Rapid Set Post mix secures posts quickly and accurately.

APPLICATIONS

Rapid Set Post Mix is suitable for fixing all types of wooden, metal and concrete posts.

PROPERTIES

Rapid Set Post Mix is a kiln dried, pre-blended, factory produced, quick setting concrete which hardens in

approximately 10 minutes after water addition, depending on ambient conditions.

STORAGE

Rapid Set Post Mix should be stored in unopened bags clear of the ground, in cool dry conditions and

protected from damp, frost, heat and excessive draught. Please use within 6 months of the packing date

shown on the bag, which is in a week/year format.

It improves your operation times because it’s pre-mixed and sets fast (approximately 10 minutes).

This means you can fix the post in exactly the right way without having to support it for too long.


DATA SHEET

RAPID SET POST MIX


RAPID SET POST MIX : DATA SHEET

HOW TO USE RAPID SET POST MIX CONCRETE

These instructions are designed to help you get the best out of Rapid Set Post Mix:

1 Dig a hole to the required size for the post.

2 Half fill the hole with water and then place the post in the hole.

3 Rapid Set Post Mix is pre-mixed and it can be emptied straight from the bag into the hole.

4 For optimum results, ensure Rapid Set Post Mix is added uniformly around the post until it is above

the level of the water. If any dry powder remains visible at this stage, add additional water until all

the water is absorbed by the material.

5 Adjust the post into position and make sure it is supported until the material is set, which takes

approximately ten minutes.

6 Once the concrete is set, cover it with earth, grass or the decorative aggregate of your choice.

COVERAGE PER BAG

The table below will help you calculate the amount of Rapid Set Post Mix you require:

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Contact between cement

powder and body fluids (e.g.,

sweat and eye fluids) may

cause irritation, dermatitis or

burns. For further information,

including control of soluble

hexavalent chromium, refer to


TECHNICAL SUPPORT

For additional information on

Rapid Set Post Mix and the full

range of Hope Cement bagged

products, please contact us on

the details below.

POST SHAPE & SIZE

HOLE SIZE (WIDTH X DEPTH)

APPROX. NO. OF BAGS REQUIRED

Round 2” (50mm)

6” (150mm) x 12” (300mm)

6” (150mm) x 18” (450mm)

6” (150mm) x 24” (600mm)

8” (200mm) x 12” (300mm)

8” (200mm) x 18” (450mm)

8” (200mm) x 24” (600mm)

1/2 Bag1/2 Bag3/4 Bag2/3 Bag

1 Bag

1 1/2 Bags

Square 3” (75mm)

8” (200mm) x 18” (450mm)

8” (200mm) x 24” (600mm)

8” (200mm) x 30” (750mm)

12” (300mm) x 18” (450mm)

12” (300mm) x 24” (600mm)

12” (300mm) x 30” (750mm)

3/4 Bag

1 Bag

1 1/3 Bag

2 1/4

3 Bags

3 3/4 Bags

Square 4” (100mm)

8” (200mm) x 18” (450mm)

8” (200mm) x 24” (600mm)

8” (200mm) x 30” (750mm)

12” (300mm) x 18” (450mm)

12” (300mm) x 24” (600mm)

12” (300mm) x 30” (750mm)

2/3 Bag3/4 Bag

1 Bags

2 Bags

2 3/4 Bags

3 1/2 Bags

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Roof Tile Bedding Mortar is ideal for ensuring roof tiles are securely bedded, quickly and easily.

APPLICATIONS

Roof Tile Bedding Mortar is available as a natural material. It is specifically designed for bedding clay

and concrete roof tiles.

Each bag contains guaranteed cement content and mix proportions, controlled air and workability aid

contents and improved resistance to frost attack and rain penetration.


DATA SHEET

ROOF TILE BEDDING MORTAR


ROOF TILE BEDDING MORTAR: DATA SHEET

PROPERTIES

Roof Tile Bedding Mortar complies with BS EN 998-2 and is a kiln dried, factory produced

1:3 cement:sand mortar.

STORAGE

Roof Tile Bedding Mortar should be stored in unopened bags clear of the ground, in cool dry conditions

and protected from damp, frost, heat and excessive draught. Please use within 6 months of the packing

date shown on the bag, which is in a week/year format.

HOW TO MIX ROOF TILE BEDDING MORTAR

These mixing instructions are designed to help you get the best out of Roof Tile Bedding Mortar:



• For optimum results, mix the contents of the bag in a free fall mixer for 3-4 minutes or hand mix by

pouring the contents onto a clean, flat surface and then add 2.0 litres of clean water while mixing

continuously until you get the consistency you want. The mortar should be used within an hour

of the water being added.


performance of the mortar will be impaired.

• One of the main benefits of Roof Tile Bedding Mortar is that all plasticisers and workability aids

are incorporated into the mix, which means you don’t have to add anything to maximise the

performance of the product.

COVERAGE PER BAG

One bag of Roof Tile Bedding Mortar will give you approximately 12 litres of fresh mortar when mixed with

approximately 2.0 litres of clean water.

HEALTH AND SAFETY




TECHNICAL SUPPORT

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General Purpose Concrete

is formulated for

exceptional performance.

APPLICATIONS

General Purpose Concrete is suitable for a wide variety of uses including concrete bases, garage and

shed floors, the erection of posts, walkways, steps, patios, backfill and infill, general repair work and many

other non-structural applications.

In every bag you get guaranteed cement content and

mix proportions ensuring a homogenous, durable result.

It is available in showerproof, tear-resistant plastic

packaging within the UK.

DATA SHEET

GENERAL PURPOSE CONCRETE


GENERAL PURPOSE CONCRETE: DATA SHEET

PROPERTIES

General Purpose Concrete is a kiln dried, pre-blended, factory produced prescribed concrete

mix incorporating standardised binders and aggregates with a guaranteed cement content

and mix proportions.

STORAGE

General Purpose Concrete should be stored in unopened bags clear of the ground, in cool dry conditions

and protected from damp, frost, heat and excessive draught. Please use within 6 months of the packing

date shown on the bag, which is in a week/year format.

HOW TO MIX GENERAL PURPOSE CONCRETE

These mixing instructions are designed to help you get the best out of Hope General Purpose Concrete:



• For optimum results, mix the contents of the bag in a free fall mixer for 3-4 minutes or hand mix

by pouring the contents onto a clean, flat surface and then add 2.0 to 2.5 litres of clean water while

mixing continuously until you get the consistency you want. The concrete should be used within an

hour of the water being added.


performance of the concrete will be impaired.

• One of the main benefits of General Purpose Concrete is that all plasticisers and workability aids

are incorporated into the mix, which means you don’t have to add anything to maximise the


• Once laid, we recommend you cover the concrete for at least 7 days with plastic sheeting or hessian

and the same coverings are recommended to protect the finished product against the effects of

frost, rain, arid or windy conditions.

COVERAGE PER BAG

One bag of General Purpose Concrete will give you approximately 0.01m3 of fresh material when mixed using

2.0 to 2.5 litres of clean water.

HEALTH AND SAFETY



the appropriate Hope Cement Material Safety Sheets.

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Kiln Dried Sand is the easy way to achieve strong, secure paving.

It is suitable for a variety of applications and can be

brushed directly from the bag.

It is available in showerproof, tear-resistant plastic

packaging within the UK.

DATA SHEET

KILN DRIED SAND


KILN DRIED SAND: DATA SHEET

APPLICATIONS

Kiln Dried Sand is suitable as a jointing or grouting sand for block paving projects, the laying and bedding

in of paving slabs and as a dried building sand.

PROPERTIES

Kiln Dried Sand is kiln dried, factory produced and is graded is controlled in accordance

with BS 7533 – 3:2005.

STORAGE

Kiln Dried Sand should be stored in unopened bags clear of the ground, in cool dry conditions and

protected from damp, frost, heat and excessive draught.

COVERAGE PER BAG

Kiln Dried Sand is ready for brushing directly from the bag and each bag will cover approximately 5m2 of

standard block paving. We recommend that Kiln Dried Sand is not used in wet or damp conditions.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Kiln Dried Sand is an inert material and inhalation of dust particles must be avoided by wearing suitable

dust masks and personal protective equipment. Kiln Dried Sand can cause irritation to sensitive skin so

avoid contact by wearing gloves and other suitable protective clothing. For further information refer to

the appropriate Hope Cement Material Safety Sheets.

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Internal and External Render is a cement lime sand render that’s easy to use and gives you a strong result.

APPLICATIONS

Internal and External Render is suitable for use as a traditional two-part rendering system for internal and

external use in moderate exposure conditions.

The product is ideal for use as a traditional 2-part rendering system in moderate exposure conditions.

Each bag provides guaranteed cement content and mix proportions, controlled air and workability aids

and improved resistance to frost attack and rain penetration.


DATA SHEET

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL RENDER


INTERNAL & EXTERNAL RENDER: DATA SHEET

PROPERTIES

Internal and External Render is a kiln dried, pre-blended, factory produced 1:1:5 to 6 cement lime sand

render incorporating a waterproofing agent.

STORAGE

Internal and External Render should be stored in unopened bags clear of the ground, in cool dry

conditions and protected from damp, frost, heat and excessive draught. Please use within 6 months of

the packing date shown on the bag, which is in a week/year format.

HOW TO MIX INTERNAL & EXTERNAL RENDER

These mixing instructions are designed to help you get the best out of Internal and External Render:



• For optimum results, mix the contents of the bag in a free fall mixer for 3-4 minutes or hand mix by

pouring the contents onto a clean, flat surface and then slowly add 2.0 to 2.4 litres of clean water

while mixing continuously until you get the consistency you want. The render should be used within

an hour of the water being added.

• If you add too much water, the mix will be weaker, it will take longer to set, there may be some colour

variance and the overall performance of the render will be impaired.

• When the render is applied to high absorbency masonry units and/or high ambient temperatures,

rapid moisture loss can be prevented by pre-wetting the masonry or substrate.

• One of the main benefits of Internal and External Render is that all plasticisers and workability aids are


of the product.

COVERAGE PER BAG

One bag of Internal and External Render will cover approximately 0.8m2 at 16mm depth.

HEALTH AND SAFETY




TECHINCAL SUPPORT

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C40 High Strength Concrete (40N) is a pre-mixed, strong and

hardwearing concrete.

APPLICATIONS

C40 High Strength Concrete is ideal for a wide variety of building projects ranging from manholes,

ironworks and foundations to footing lamp posts and road signs or any other work requiring a concrete

with high compressive strength.

This is manufactured from cement, 10mm coarse aggregate and specially selected sand and is

formulated for exceptional performance where higher guaranteed strength is required.


DATA SHEET

C40 HIGH STRENGTH CONCRETE


C40 HIGH STRENGTH CONCRETE: DATA SHEET

PROPERTIES

C40 High Strength Concrete conforms to BS 8500, for a CEM III/A+SR with additional attributes that

enhance sulphate resistance. C40 High Strength Concrete also:

• Prevents damaging reactions to alkali silica.

• Prevents delayed ettringite formulation.

• Reduces the rate at which deleterious chemicals, such as chlorides can penetrate the concrete

which prevents other damaging reactions including corrosion of embedded steel reinforcement.

HOW TO MIX C40 HIGH STRENGTH CONCRETE

These mixing instructions are designed to help you get the best out of C40 High Strength Concrete:



• For optimum results, mix the contents using a mechanical mixer or hand mix by pouring the contents

onto a clean, flat surface. Slowly add between 2.0 and 2.5 litres of clean water while mixing until you

get the consistency you want.

• The concrete should be used within 30 minutes of the water being added.


performance of the concrete will be impaired.

• One of the main benefits of C40 High Strength Concrete is that all plasticisers and workability aids are


of the product.

COVERAGE PER BAG

One bag of C40 High Strength Concrete mixed

with 2.5 litres of water will produce about

0.01m3 of concrete and cover:

• 0.13m2 at 75mm thick


HEALTH AND SAFETY




TECHNICAL SUPPORT

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One bag of C40 High Strength Concrete

mixed with 2.0 litres of water will produce

about 0.01m3 of concrete and cover:



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General Purpose Masonry Mortar is a flexible product, ideal for a wide variety of applications.

APPLICATIONS

General Purpose Masonry Mortar is suitable for brick laying, repointing, laying blocks, patio, paving slabs

as well as general masonry repairs.

Quality runs through everything we do and our General Purpose Masonry Mortar complies with BS EN

998-2. This kiln dried, pre-blended, factory produced 1:6 cement:sand mortar is easy to use and will

stand the test of time.


DATA SHEET

GENERAL PURPOSE MASONRY MORTAR


GENERAL PURPOSE MASONARY MORTAR: DATA SHEET

PROPERTIES

Available in a consistent, natural colour. This 1:6 cement:sand mortar can achieve your desired workability

when you add water in small increments.

STORAGE

General Purpose Masonry Mortar should be stored in unopened bags clear of the ground, in cool dry

conditions and protected from damp, frost, heat and excessive draught. Please use within 6 months of

the packing date shown on the bag, which is in a week/year format.

HOW TO MIX GENERAL PURPOSE MASONRY MORTAR

These mixing instructions are designed to help you get the best out of General Purpose

Masonry Mortar:



• To mix we recommend you either mix the contents of the bag in a mechanical mixer for 3-4 minutes

or hand mix on a clean, flat surface using 2 to 2.4 litres of clean water per bag. It’s important when

you hand mix to add water slowly and mix continuously, stopping to test the mixture of the mortar

until you get the consistency you want.

• The mortar should be used within an hour of water being added.

• Moisture loss can happen very quickly where temperatures are high and in high absorbency masonry

units. The best way to avoid this is to pre-wet the masonry units.


performance of the mortar will be impaired.

• One of the main benefits of General Purpose Masonry Mortar is that all plasticisers and workability

aids are incorporated into the mix, which means you don’t have to add anything to maximise the


• Once laid we recommend you protect the finished product against the effects of frost, rain, arid or

windy conditions by covering it with plastic sheeting or hessian.

COVERAGE PER BAG

One bag of General Purpose Masonry Mortar will give you approximately 12 litres of fresh mortar which

should be enough to lay 20 standard house bricks or 12 x 100mm blocks laid with a uniform 10mm joint.

HEALTH AND SAFETY


dermatitis or burns. For further information, including control of soluble hexavalent chromium, refer

to the appropriate Hope Cement Material Safety Sheets.

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SUITABLE FOR

• The right choice for you where 7 & 28-day strength are fundamental to performance.

• Readymix concrete and mortar applications where high levels of workability are desired.

• Soil stabilisation and adhesives.

DATA SHEET

HIGH STRENGTH 52,5N CEMENT


HIGH STRENGTH 52,5N CEMENT: DATA SHEET

APPLICATIONS

High Strength 52,5N Cement with enhanced properties for ready-mixed concrete, mortar and

soil stabilisation.

But don’t just rush in there. Remember that concrete, mortars and grouts containing High Strength 52,5N

Cement must be specified and used correctly for best performance. A key point is the cement content

must be correct and the water:cement ratio as low as possible consistent with satisfactory placing,

thorough compaction and effective curing. If in doubt, refer to the following documents:

• BS EN 206-1: Concrete.

• BS 8500: Concrete.

COMPLEMENTARY BRITISH STANDARD TO

• BS EN 206-1.

• BS 5628: Part 3 Use of Masonry.

Portland Ash Blend or Slag Blend Cements should be used where increased resistance to

sulphates is required.

PROPERTIES

• Grey colour.

• Consistent strength meeting all the conformity criteria in BS EN 197-1.

• 7 and 28-day strength.

• Compatible with admixtures such as air-entraining agents and workability aids, with additions such

as fly-ash and ground granulated blast furnace slag and with pigments. Trial mixes are recommended

to determine the optimum mix proportions.

AVAILABILITY

Hope High Strength 52,5N Cement is available in 25kg, weatherproof, plastic packaging within the UK.

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