Installation Guide

SAKRETE® Portland Cement Type I-II is used to make concrete where
2-inch thickness or more is needed to build or repair walks, fl oors,
footings, patios, setting posts and poles.
SAFETY:
READ and UNDERSTAND the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) before using
this product. WARNING: Wear protective clothing and equipment. See HMIS
block. For emergency information, call CHEMTREC at 800-424-9300
or 703-527-3887 (outside USA). KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
MIXING:
MIXING INSTRUCTIONS
Use the following mix proportions to make general purpose concrete:
Mix together
• 1 part cement (This bag contains 94 lbs. or 1 cu. ft.).
• 2 parts concrete sand or general purpose sand (160-180 lbs.).
• 3 parts gravel or stone (240-300 lbs., 3⁄4” recommended).
Add approximately 6 gallons of clean water. Mix until uniform, workable
consistency.
Concrete will remain workable for at least 1 hour.
To aid curing, spray surface lightly with water 2 or 3 times per day for 3 days.
One 94 lb. bag of Portland Cement makes 4.5 cubic feet of concrete.
For thicknesses less than 2 inches and toppings, use:
1 part of Portland Cement with 3–4 parts of concrete sand or general
purpose sand.
SHELF LIFE: One year from date of manufacture.
STORAGE:
Store in a tightly closed container off the fl oor in a dry place.
PACKAGING:
47 lb. bag (21.3 kg) - UPC: 0-88946-00256-2
94 lb. bag (42.6 kg) - UPC: 0-88946-00140-4
Not all sizes available in all areas
Portland Cement
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ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY:
Uncured or crushed cured cement is an envi-
ronmental hazard, which may adversely affect
fi sh and wildlife. Dispose of construction debris
containing cement, including empty bags, at a
permitted municipal disposal fi rm. Do not use
crushed concrete as a fi ll near an aquatic habitat.
WARNING! CAUSES IRRITATION – Avoid
contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash
thoroughly after handling. Exposure may
result in irritation of the skin, eyes or nasal
passages from alkali in Portland cement.
When wet, contact with the skin or eyes
may result in irritation or burns. FIRST AID:
In case of eye contact, flush immediately
with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes
and get prompt medical attention; for skin,
wash thoroughly with plenty of soap and
water. If irritation persists, get medical
attention. WARNING! HARMFUL IF INHALED
– Avoid breathing dust. Keep container
closed. Use with adequate ventilation.
Excessive exposure by inhalation over an
extended period of time may result in the
development of pulmonary diseases including
pneumoconiosis and silicosis. Crystalline
Silica has been classified by IARC and NTP
as a carcinogen.
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY
The manufacturer warrants that this product shall be of merchantable quality when
used or applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. This product is
not warranted as suitable for any purpose other than the general purpose for which
it is intended. This warranty runs for one (1) year from the date the product is pur-
chased. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS
LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Liability under this warranty is lim-
ited to replacement of defective product or, at the manufacturer’s option, refund of
the purchase price. CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARE NOT RECOVER-
ABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
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