White Portland cement, referred to as white cement for short, is a hydraulic cementing material made of white Portland clinker added with gypsum and ground. It is typically characterized by high whiteness and bright color. In the field of architecture, white cement plays a very important role, and it is a simple building material that can make architects' imagination come true. So what is white cement? What is its purpose? Is it the same as regular cement?
White cement is a white hydraulic cementitious material made by grinding a small amount of iron content clinker with calcium silicate as the main component and adding an appropriate amount of gypsum. During the grinding process of white cement, it is allowed to add limestone not exceeding 5% by weight of the cement.
The production process of white cement is much higher than that of ordinary cement, and it is often used for wall decoration due to its unique characteristics. It can also effectively assist in implementing various complex processes, allowing its colors to naturally blend with building materials. White cement has good plasticity and is widely used in many aspects. Designers can create various colors and shapes based on their own design concepts and utilizing the characteristics of white cement. Due to its great corrosion resistance and durability, it can also be used outdoors, on the ground, and on roofs. White cement plays an indispensable role in sculpture, colored cement, wear-resistant flooring, coatings, and joint fillers.
There are three levels of white cement grading, with three grades of 32.5.425.52.5. Its whiteness should not be lower than 87.
Although white cement is a simple building material, it can match the design of architects and meet people's visual beauty. Although it is "simple white", I believe it will have more long-term development in the field of architecture and its use will become more and more widespread.