{"id":28120,"date":"2026-08-26T16:52:57","date_gmt":"2026-08-26T09:52:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/?p=28120"},"modified":"2026-08-26T16:53:03","modified_gmt":"2026-08-26T09:53:03","slug":"how-to-calculate-wall-plaster-requirements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/how-to-calculate-the-amount-of-cement-and-sand-needed-for-wall-plastering\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Calculate the Amount of Cement and Sand Needed for Wall Plastering"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have you ever been unsure about how much cement and sand to prepare for plastering a wall?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If too little material is purchased, work may come to a halt while waiting for additional supplies. Conversely, if too much is purchased, there may be leftover material, and the cost of the project will rise accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, Milanians need to know how to calculate the amount of plaster needed for their walls from the start. The calculation isn\u2019t actually complicated once you understand the formula from the beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to know how much cement and sand you\u2019ll need for plastering the walls on the Milanians project? Let\u2019s find out more below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Are Cement and Sand Calculations Important for Wall Plastering?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Calculating the amount of cement and sand needed helps Milanians determine the quantity of materials more accurately before work begins.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A large surface area naturally requires more material, while the thickness of the plaster also directly affects the volume of mortar needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accurate calculations also help control costs. Material purchases can be adjusted to actual needs, thereby minimizing the risk of shortages or surpluses of cement and sand.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For contractors and other professionals, these calculations also make it easier to determine material requirements and estimate the scope of work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to the amount of material, calculating the amount of plaster needed for walls requires consideration of the mortar\u2019s composition. Too little cement can result in weaker plaster, while using too much cement does not necessarily yield better results, as the mixture is also influenced by sand, water, thickness, and surface conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Also: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/the-difference-between-plastering-and-rendering\/\">6 Differences Between Plastering and Rendering: Which Is Most Important for Walls?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparations Before Calculating Wall Plaster Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Determine the Type of Plaster to Be Used<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, determine whether the plaster will be used on interior or exterior walls, in damp areas, or on specific surfaces such as concrete and brick. The type of job will influence the choice of cement and sand mixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For calculations based on <strong>Based on SNI 2837:2008, mix ratios of 1:4, 1:5, and 1:6 can be used as a basis for estimating material requirements for plastering with a thickness of approximately 15 mm.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Measure the Area of the Wall or Surface to Be Plastered<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Measure the length and height of the wall, then multiply the two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Formula: Wall area = length \u00d7 height<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If there are doors, windows, or other openings, their area can be subtracted from the total wall area so that the material requirements more closely reflect actual conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Determine the Thickness of the Plaster<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The thickness of the plaster determines the volume of mortar required. Therefore, this factor must not be overlooked when calculating the amount of plaster needed for a wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, a 15-mm-thick layer of plaster\u2014or 0.015 meters\u2014has a smaller volume than a 20-mm-thick layer of plaster covering the same area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try to keep the thickness relatively even. Plaster that is too thick in one area can increase material consumption and potentially cause problems during the drying process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Choose Based on the Type of Wall Material<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The surfaces of red brick, lightweight brick, concrete, or other materials may have different characteristics. Absorbency, flatness, and surface condition will affect the mortar requirements and the application process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, the calculated figures should serve as a basis for estimation, not as absolute values applicable to all on-site conditions. This step must also be considered in conjunction with the method for calculating wall plastering requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Proportional Composition of Cement and Sand Mixtures Based on SNI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For 15-mm-thick plaster, a commonly used reference from <strong>SNI 2837:2008<\/strong> provides the material requirements per square meter for the following compositions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Cement-to-Sand Ratio of 1:4<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A 1:4 mix means 1 part cement mixed with 4 parts sand<\/strong> based on the mixture ratio. <strong>It requires about 6.24 kg of cement per m\u00b2 and 0.024 m\u00b3 of sand per m\u00b2.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, for a 20 m\u00b2 wall:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cement = 20 \u00d7 6.24 = 124.8 kg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sand = 20 \u00d7 0.024 = 0.48 m\u00b3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, since one 50-kg bag of cement is needed, you\u2019ll need about three bags of cement to plaster a 20 m\u00b2 wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. A 1:5 Ratio of Cement to Sand<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For a 1:5 mix, the material requirements are approximately 5.18 kg of cement and 0.026 m\u00b3 of sand per m\u00b2.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a 20 m\u00b2 wall:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cement = 20 \u00d7 5.18 = 103.6 kg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sand = 20 \u00d7 0.026 = 0.52 m\u00b3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, since one 50-kg bag of cement is needed, you\u2019ll need about three bags of cement to plaster a 20 m\u00b2 wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Cement-to-Sand Ratio of 1:6<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A 1:6 mix requires about 4.42 kg of cement and 0.027 m\u00b3 of sand per m\u00b2<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a 20 m\u00b2 wall:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cement = 20 \u00d7 4.42 = 88.4 kg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sand = 20 \u00d7 0.027 = 0.54 m\u00b3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, since one 50-kg bag of cement is needed, you\u2019ll need about two bags of cement to plaster a 20 m\u00b2 wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This figure represents the required amount based on the coefficient per square meter for a thickness of 15 mm. If the thickness or job conditions differ, the actual amount required must be adjusted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Also: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/causes-of-cracks-in-wall-plaster\/\">Learn About the 8 Causes of Cracks in Wall Plaster and How to Fix Them<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Formula for Calculating Cement and Sand Requirements for Plastering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simply put, you can calculate the amount of plaster needed for a wall by multiplying the surface area by the material requirement per square meter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cement requirement: Wall area \u00d7 cement requirement per m\u00b2<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sand requirement: Wall area \u00d7 sand requirement per m\u00b2<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For volume-based calculations, use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Volume of plaster = length \u00d7 height \u00d7 thickness<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, a wall with an area of 40 m\u00b2 and a thickness of 15 mm:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">40 \u00d7 0.015 = 0.60 m\u00b3 of wet plaster volume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A volume of 0.60 m\u00b3 is the total volume of the plaster, which consists of cement, sand, water, and air pockets that subsequently change in volume after mixing and drying.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After that, the material requirements can be calculated based on the selected mix ratio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is an example of how to calculate the mixing ratio:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For a 1:4 mixture:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cement = 6.24 kg\/m\u00b2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sand = 0.024 m\u00b3\/m\u00b2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a wall area of 40 m\u00b2, the calculation is as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cement = 40 \u00d7 6.24 = 249.6 kg \u2248 5 sacks (50 kg)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sand = 40 \u00d7 0.024 = 0.96 m\u00b3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, for a 40 m\u00b2 wall with 15 mm of plaster and a 1:4 mix ratio \u2192 about 5 bags of 50 kg cement + 0.96 m\u00b3 of sand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Calculate the Amount of Plaster Needed for Walls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/cara-menghitung-kebutuhan-plesteran-dinding-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"How to Calculate Wall Plaster Requirements\" class=\"wp-image-28122\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/cara-menghitung-kebutuhan-plesteran-dinding-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/cara-menghitung-kebutuhan-plesteran-dinding-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/cara-menghitung-kebutuhan-plesteran-dinding-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/cara-menghitung-kebutuhan-plesteran-dinding-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/cara-menghitung-kebutuhan-plesteran-dinding-370x247.webp 370w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/cara-menghitung-kebutuhan-plesteran-dinding-840x560.webp 840w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/cara-menghitung-kebutuhan-plesteran-dinding-410x273.webp 410w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/cara-menghitung-kebutuhan-plesteran-dinding-600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/cara-menghitung-kebutuhan-plesteran-dinding.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Calculate the Volume of Plaster on the Walls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, determine the surface area, then multiply it by the thickness of the plaster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Formula: Volume = wall area \u00d7 plaster thickness<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">40 m\u00b2 \u00d7 0.015 m = 0.60 m\u00b3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Calculate the Total Raw Materials Used<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use the cement and sand requirement coefficients according to the composition. For example, use a 1:5 mixture:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cement:<br>40 \u00d7 5.18 = 207.2 kg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sand:<br>40 \u00d7 0.026 = 1.04 m\u00b3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Determine the Composition Ratios of the Material Mixture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A ratio of 1:4, 1:5, or 1:6 does not mean that the amounts of cement and sand can be chosen arbitrarily. Select the mix based on the requirements of the job, surface conditions, and applicable specifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, if using a 1:5 mix for 40 m\u00b2, the basic requirements are 207.2 kg of cement and 1.04 m\u00b3 of sand at a thickness of 15 mm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Calculating Material Loss During Application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not all of the material on-site is used to make 100% plaster. Some may be wasted during mixing, transport, or application, or as a result of leftover mixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To prepare for this, Milanians can <strong>Add approximately 5\u201310%, depending on the job conditions.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the cement requirement is 207.2 kg and the 10% reserve is used:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">207.2 \u00d7 1.10 = 227.92 kg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, the amount of cement needed can be rounded to approximately 228 kg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Also: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/how-much-lightweight-brick-adhesive-is-needed-per-square-meter\/\">How Much Lightweight Brick Adhesive Is Needed per m\u00b2? The Right Way to Calculate It So You Don\u2019t Waste It\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Complete Example of Calculating Cement and Sand Requirements for Plastering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, the Milanians will plaster the walls with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wall length: 8 m<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wall height: 4 m<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wall area: 8 \u00d7 4 = 32 m\u00b2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plaster thickness: 15 mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Composition: 1 part cement to 5 parts sand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cement requirement: 5.18 kg\/m\u00b2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sand requirement: 0.026 m\u00b3\/m\u00b2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Material stock: 10%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Basic cement requirement = 32 \u00d7 5.18 = 165.76 kg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cement + reserve 10% = 165.76 \u00d7 1.10 = 182.34 kg<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If using cement at 40 kg per bag = 182.34 \u00f7 40 = 4.56 bags<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Base sand requirement = 32 \u00d7 0.026 = 0.832 m\u00b3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sand + reserve 10% = 0.832 \u00d7 1.10 = 0.915 m\u00b3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, the material requirements can be rounded to approximately 5 40-kg bags of cement and 0.92 m\u00b3 of sand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Cement and Sand Are Needed for Plastering per m\u00b2?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a 15-mm-thick plaster layer, the requirements based on those guidelines are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Composition<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cement per square meter<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Sand per square meter<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1:4<\/td><td>6.24 kg<\/td><td>0.024 m\u00b3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1:5<\/td><td>5.18 kg<\/td><td>0.026 m\u00b3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1:6<\/td><td>4.42 kg<\/td><td>0.027 m\u00b3<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This figure can be used as an initial reference for calculating material requirements. The larger the area to be plastered, the greater the total material requirement.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Actual thickness, wall condition, application method, and material loss must still be taken into account when determining the purchase quantity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens If the Proportions of Cement and Sand for Plaster Are Incorrect?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Incorrect proportions can affect the quality and durability of the plaster. Possible problems include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Plaster cracks easily<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The surface flakes off or peels easily<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adhesion to walls is poor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The surface is difficult to level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Material usage has become more wasteful<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The project took longer to complete<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The final finish on the wall isn't very neat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The risk of repairs and rework increases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, calculating the requirements for wall plastering isn\u2019t just a matter of knowing the amount of cement and sand, but also of ensuring that the mixture and the application process meet the needs of the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make a Wall Plaster Mix That Won\u2019t Easily Crumble<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Use High-Quality Sand and Cement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use cement that is still in good condition and sand that is suitable for plastering work. The sand should be free of soil, mud, debris, and organic material that could compromise the quality of the mortar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The quality of the base materials greatly determines the consistency of the mixture. Unsuitable materials can make it difficult for the plaster to achieve the desired density and adhesion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Make Sure the Proportions Are Correct<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t determine the measurements based solely on estimates. Use consistent measuring tools to ensure that the cement-to-sand ratio remains the same from one batch to the next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This consistency is important to ensure that the characteristics of the mortar remain stable throughout the project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Add the Cement Mix Ingredients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to cement, sand, and water, cement additives can be used to help improve the quality of the mortar. Their functions may include increasing adhesion, helping to retain water in the mortar, and reducing the risk of cracking in the finished plaster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To meet those needs, Milanians may want to consider <a href=\"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/cement-additive-cement-mixture-2\/\"><strong>Milan Cement Additive<\/strong><\/a><strong>,<\/strong> which is formulated as an additive for cement to help reduce the risk of cracking in plaster and render.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The reason is that Milan Cement Additive is designed to help improve adhesion and produce a stronger, more durable surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Apply the Plaster to the Appropriate Thickness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try to ensure that the plaster is applied evenly across the entire surface. Avoid applying a single layer that is too thick just to cover a very uneven wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the surface irregularities are significant, the leveling process should be carried out using an appropriate method to ensure that the plaster layer does not experience excessive drying stress in any one area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Benefits of Milan Cement Additive for Improving the Quality of Wall Plaster<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Milan-Cement-Additive-bahan-campuran-semen-pada-plesteran-dinding-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"Milan Cement Additive - a cement additive for wall plastering\" class=\"wp-image-28123\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Milan-Cement-Additive-bahan-campuran-semen-pada-plesteran-dinding-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Milan-Cement-Additive-bahan-campuran-semen-pada-plesteran-dinding-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Milan-Cement-Additive-bahan-campuran-semen-pada-plesteran-dinding-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Milan-Cement-Additive-bahan-campuran-semen-pada-plesteran-dinding-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Milan-Cement-Additive-bahan-campuran-semen-pada-plesteran-dinding-370x247.webp 370w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Milan-Cement-Additive-bahan-campuran-semen-pada-plesteran-dinding-840x560.webp 840w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Milan-Cement-Additive-bahan-campuran-semen-pada-plesteran-dinding-410x273.webp 410w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Milan-Cement-Additive-bahan-campuran-semen-pada-plesteran-dinding-600x400.webp 600w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Milan-Cement-Additive-bahan-campuran-semen-pada-plesteran-dinding.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/cement-additive-cement-mixture-2\/\"><strong>Milan Cement Additive (CA)<\/strong><\/a> is a cement additive designed to help improve the quality of cement mixes and reduce the risk of cracking in plaster and render. This product can be used on brick walls, concrete, cement plaster, as well as for interior and exterior projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of its advantages include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Helps improve the adhesive strength of plaster<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps retain water in the mortar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reducing waste in the mortar mix<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps reduce the risk of cracking caused by uneven drying<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps slow down drying, making it easier to smooth the surface<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resistant to lime and weather<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Suitable for plastering, rendering, and repairing concrete surfaces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guide to Using Milan Cement Additive as a Cement Mixing Agent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. How to Lay Bricks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To lay bricks, mix <strong>1 40-kg bag of cement with 1\u20132 packs of Milan CA<\/strong>, <strong>Then mix in about 3\u20135 parts river sand until evenly blended.<\/strong> Next, add enough water to form a paste with a consistency suitable for application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. As a Base Coat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the base coat, <strong>Mix 1 40-kg bag of cement with 1\u20132 packs of Milan CA<\/strong>, then <strong>Add about 3\u20134 parts of fine sand<\/strong>. Add enough water to the mixture to form a paste that is ready for application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. As a Fine Plaster<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a smooth finish, use <strong>1 bag of cement with 1 pack of Milan CA<\/strong>, then add water until you have a paste suitable for smoothing the wall surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always adapt the mixing and application processes to the job site conditions and the product\u2019s technical instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Milan Cement Additive: A Cement Additive to Reduce the Risk of Cracks in Wall Plaster<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you already know how to calculate the amount of plaster needed for your walls, but are still worried that the plaster might crack easily after it dries? Don\u2019t let the materials and labor you\u2019ve already invested result in having to redo the work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add <a href=\"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/cement-additive-cement-mixture-2\/\">Milan Cement Additive<\/a> to improve the adhesion of the cement mixture, retain water in the mortar, and reduce the risk of cracking in plaster and render.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Formulated to be resistant to lime and weather, making it suitable for a variety of construction projects, including exterior wall plastering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, don\u2019t just rely on the standard proportions of cement and sand. Add Milan Cement Additive to help improve the quality of your plastering right from the mixing stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Get the product by contacting the Milan Expert Team. Click the banner below to get in touch!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/6281211223380?text=Hi%20Milan.%20Saya%20ingin%20bertanya%20mengenai%20produk%20Cement%20Additive%20Milan.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"522\" src=\"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kontak-pt-indocipta-wisesa-24-jam-banner-1024x522.jpg\" alt=\"An Indonesian female customer service representative wearing a black uniform with the Milan logo at PT Indocipta Wisesa, a modern industrial facility specializing in professional coatings, adhesives, and industrial finishes.\" class=\"wp-image-26782\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kontak-pt-indocipta-wisesa-24-jam-banner-1024x522.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kontak-pt-indocipta-wisesa-24-jam-banner-300x153.jpg 300w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kontak-pt-indocipta-wisesa-24-jam-banner-768x392.jpg 768w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kontak-pt-indocipta-wisesa-24-jam-banner-1536x784.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kontak-pt-indocipta-wisesa-24-jam-banner-370x189.jpg 370w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kontak-pt-indocipta-wisesa-24-jam-banner-840x429.jpg 840w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kontak-pt-indocipta-wisesa-24-jam-banner-410x209.jpg 410w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kontak-pt-indocipta-wisesa-24-jam-banner-600x306.jpg 600w, https:\/\/milan.co.id\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/kontak-pt-indocipta-wisesa-24-jam-banner.jpg 1756w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pernah bingung menentukan berapa banyak semen dan pasir yang harus disiapkan untuk plesteran dinding?&nbsp; Kalau&hellip;<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":28121,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[276],"tags":[471],"class_list":["post-28120","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-construction-adhesive","tag-cement-additive"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/28120","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=28120"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/28120\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":28125,"href":"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/28120\/revisions\/28125"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/28121"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=28120"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=28120"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/milan.co.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=28120"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}