1:5 (cement:sand) is the best ratio
1 bag of cement with 4.5 five gallon buckets of masonry sand.
The type of sand is also important. The right ratio for a mixture of cement and sand is 1:5 to 1:6
it is typically 5 parts lime, 3 parts sand, 1 part cement, but varies depending on use and situation
there will not be enough strength
Sand and gravel together
1 bag of cement with 4.5 five gallon buckets of masonry sand.
Use for non-load application. Mix with sand to produce a mortar for bricks and blocks. Mix proportions by weight for TYPE N Mortar - 10 kg Masonry Cement - 35 kg Sand
The type of sand is also important. The right ratio for a mixture of cement and sand is 1:5 to 1:6
A small grain sand
Masonry cement is basically normal Portland cement with added ingredients to provide the plasticity required for masonry work. Masonry cements are pre-packaged primarily as either Type N Masonry Cement or Type S Masonry Cement. Other types are available for specific circumstances. Type N Masonry mortar is recommended for general use in building non-load bearing walls as well as for exterior veneer walls not requiring high strength. Type S Masonry mortar is recommended for use in all masonry below grade as well as in building exterior load bearing walls requiring high strength. DO NOT use masonry cement for concrete jobs
it is typically 5 parts lime, 3 parts sand, 1 part cement, but varies depending on use and situation
The mix ratio of type 2 concrete is one part cement, two parts sand, and three parts pea gravel. You can also use sand or crushed stones in place of the pea gravel.
there will not be enough strength
The ideal ratio for a sand and cement mix for a strong and durable concrete foundation is typically 3 parts sand to 1 part cement.
7 Parts sand to 1 Part portland cement
The ideal ratio for a cement-sand mix to achieve optimal strength in a construction project is typically 1 part cement to 3 parts sand.
Sand and gravel together