Cement is highly sensitive to moisture, so selecting a dry and elevated location for storage is essential. Moisture absorption can reduce cement’s strength, leading to clumping and hardening before it’s even used.

Cement is a vital material in construction, and proper storage practices can make a significant difference in its quality and effectiveness. By following these tips—selecting a dry and elevated storage area, stacking bags properly, using the FIFO method, protecting from sunlight and rain, ensuring ventilation, minimising storage time, keeping the area clean, and inspecting bags regularly—you can avoid common storage mistakes that lead to compromised cement quality.