🏗️Cement & Concrete
White Cement vs Grey Cement — When to Use Which?
White cement is a premium decorative cement used for tile grouting, wall putty base, and aesthetic finishes. Grey cement is the structural workhorse for all construction. They serve different purposes and are not interchangeable for structural work.
Option A
White Cement
₹18-25 ₹ per kg
VS
Option B
Grey Cement (OPC/PPC)
₹7-10 ₹ per kg
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Winner: Grey Cement (OPC/PPC)
Grey cement for all structural work — foundations, columns, slabs. White cement only for finishing, grouting, decorative plasterwork, and tile joints. Never substitute white cement for structural grey cement.
Side-by-Side Specifications
| Spec | White Cement | Grey Cement (OPC/PPC) |
|---|---|---|
| Compressive Strength | 33 MPa | 43–53 MPa✓ |
| Whiteness Index | >87%✓ | N/A |
| Price | ₹18–25/kg | ₹7–10/kg✓ |
| Decorative Use | Excellent✓ | Poor |
| Structural Use | Not recommended | Excellent✓ |
| Price (₹ per kg) | ₹18-25 | ₹7-10 |
Pros & Cons
AWhite Cement
✅ Pros
- + Pure white finish for aesthetics
- + Ideal for tile grouting
- + Used as base for wall putty
- + Good for decorative plasterwork
❌ Cons
- − Much more expensive
- − Lower strength — not for structural use
- − Stains easily without sealer
BGrey Cement (OPC/PPC)
✅ Pros
- + Higher compressive strength
- + 3–4x cheaper
- + Better for all structural applications
- + Widely available everywhere
❌ Cons
- − Grey color limits aesthetic use
- − Cannot be used for white tile grout
Best Use Cases
Choose White Cement for:
- ▸ Tile grouting (white joints)
- ▸ Wall putty base coats
- ▸ Decorative concrete work
- ▸ Mosaic and inlay work
- ▸ Swimming pool finishing
Choose Grey Cement (OPC/PPC) for:
- ▸ All structural concrete work
- ▸ Foundations and slabs
- ▸ Columns and beams
- ▸ Masonry and plastering
Popular Indian Brands
White Cement
JK White CementBirla WhiteUltraTech WhiteZuari White
Grey Cement (OPC/PPC)
UltraTech OPC/PPCACC GoldAmbuja PlusShree Cement