How to Buy Green Cement Substitutes
Construction projects across the country are "going green" with the variety of available green building products expanding every year. Cement is one of these products in which technology of producing it is changing at breakneck speed. Construction companies are looking for ways to help cities plan for the future with green cement substitutes.
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Look for a cement manufacturer that specializes in green building materials, including green cement substitutes. Portland Cement is one such company that now offers two variations of cement that are made to be kind to the environment.
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Consider the two major types of cement substitutes available. Pulverized Fuel Ash (PFA), also known as "Fly Ash" and Ground Granulated Blast-furnace Slag (GGBS). PFA is a by-product of the coal burnt at power stations, and is separated into two types (A & F) depending on the amount of lime in it. GGBS is a by-product of the iron industry.
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Find a local cement company offering these alternatives. Most gravel companies, home improvement stores and other building supply companies will carry cement substitutes since they are being readily used now. They may need to special order it depending on the quantity you need, so check into it in plenty of time before beginning your project.
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Take the time to read the mixing instructions before using or even leaving the store with your cement substitutes, as the cement substitutes have different mixing instructions than standard cement and concrete.
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