Results for tag: "Residential White Cement"

The residential white cement market is a niche segment within the larger cement and concrete industry. White cement is characterized by its high degree of whiteness which is achieved through the use of raw materials free from iron and manganese that can impart a gray color to ordinary Portland cement. The composition of white cement is similar to that of gray cement, mostly consisting of calcium silicates, along with a lower content of iron and manganese oxides. It is commonly used in residential applications for its aesthetic qualities, finding its place in architectural concrete, ornamental and decorative precast concrete, masonry, inlays and terrazzo, surface coatings, and as a main ingredient in the production of white or colored mortars. Its superior aesthetic attributes also allow for its use in a wide array of construction projects including flooring applications and in the production of concrete products where the appearance is a critical aspect. Several companies operate within the residential white cement market, offering products that cater to the aesthetically driven demands of residential construction. Prominent players include Cemex, Cementir Holding, JK Cement, Birla White (a division of UltraTech Cement company), Federal White Cement, and SOTACIB (owned by Cementos Molins). These companies oversee the mining, production, and distribution processes of white cement, engaging in competition primarily on the basis of product quality, consistency of whiteness, and distribution networks. Show Less Read more