42.5N Grey Portland Cement

Rated 4.33 out of 5 based on 9 customer ratings

(9 customer reviews)

£7.75 – £395.00

Type: CEM I 42.5N Grey Portland Cement

• Bag Sizes Available: 25kg bags, 1T pallet (40x25kg), 1.5T pallet (60x25kg), 1T jumbo sack
• Compressive Strength: ≥20 MPa (2 days), ≥42.5 MPa (28 days)
• Standard: EN 197-1
• Ideal For: General-purpose concrete, block laying, screeds, light structural work
• Bag Type: Durable 25kg bags or jumbo sack with lifting loops
• Shelf Life: 6 months (when stored dry)
• Handling: Forklift/crane-compatible (pallets & jumbo sacks)

Size

Clear

SKU: N/A Category: Cement Tags: Building Materials, Building Supplies, Bulk, Cement & Aggregates, Wholesale

NOTE: ALL PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF 5% VAT

42.5N Grey Portland Cement – Versatile Strength for Everyday Construction

A builder’s favourite for a reason – our 42.5N Grey Portland Cement strikes the perfect balance between strength, setting time, and versatility. Whether you’re working on residential foundations, driveways, render work, or block laying, this reliable CEM I formulation offers the durability and consistency required for day-to-day building jobs.

Delivering a compressive strength of ≥42.5 MPa after 28 days, it’s the ideal choice for medium to high-strength applications that don’t demand the extremes of 52.5N. It provides excellent workability, fast curing performance, and dependable results on site – making it the go-to option for general builders and small-scale contractors.

Available in a range of quantities to suit every scale of work – from 25kg individual bags to 1-tonne jumbo sacks – so whether you’re topping up for a quick weekend job or managing a bulk delivery for site use, we’ve got a solution that works for you.

Key benefits:
• CEM I grade cement with a strong 42.5 MPa compressive strength at 28 days
• Great for house building, groundwork, paving, and render
• Suitable for both manual and mechanical mixing
• Fully compliant with EN 197-1 standards
• Supplied in weather-resistant packaging and available in all key sizes

All prices shown include 5% VAT.
Available in: 25kg bags, 1T pallets (40x25kg), 1.5T pallets (60x25kg), and 1T jumbo sacks.

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Size	25kg bag, 1T pallet (40x25kg bags), 1.5T pallet (60x25kg bags), 1T Jumbo Sacks

9 reviews for 42.5N Grey Portland Cement

Rated 4 out of 5

Oliver Jones – June 2, 2024

Good workability and reliable performance, ideal for residential building work.
Rated 4 out of 5

Amelia Wilson – July 2, 2024

Ideal for both commercial and residential projects, delivering reliable performance every time.
Rated 4 out of 5

Jack Miller – October 5, 2024

Great consistency, mixes well, and sets evenly. Highly recommended for general construction projects.
Rated 4 out of 5

Henry Anderson – October 11, 2024

I’ve found this grade ideal for standard building applications, offering both strength and easy handling.
Rated 4 out of 5

Oliver Jones – January 7, 2025

Excellent balance of strength and versatility, perfect for mid-sized structural projects.
Rated 5 out of 5

Lucas Brown – January 18, 2025

Perfect cement for most construction needs, consistently delivering good strength and finish.
Rated 5 out of 5

Isla Martin – April 26, 2025

Provided excellent results for concrete floors and driveways, offering durability and ease of use.
Rated 4 out of 5

Lucas Brown – May 6, 2025

Reliable, affordable, and provides excellent strength. Perfect for everyday construction.
Rated 5 out of 5

Emily Johnson – May 29, 2025

Worked wonderfully for building garden retaining walls. Durable, strong, and easy to work with.