Definitions
- Referring to a soft, pliable material used for filling gaps or cracks in wood, metal, or glass. - Describing a type of clay-like substance used for sculpting or molding. - Talking about a type of adhesive used to attach glass panes to window frames.
- Referring to a building material made of a mixture of limestone, clay, and other substances, used for construction purposes. - Describing a type of adhesive used to bond materials together, such as bricks, stones, or tiles. - Talking about a substance used to fill gaps or cracks in concrete or masonry structures.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are used as adhesives or fillers.
- 2Both can be used in construction or repair work.
- 3Both can harden and become solid over time.
- 4Both can be molded or shaped when wet or pliable.
- 5Both can be used to seal gaps or cracks in surfaces.
What is the difference?
- 1Composition: Putty is typically made of a mixture of clay, chalk, and oil, while cement is made of a mixture of limestone, clay, and other substances.
- 2Usage: Putty is often used for filling gaps or cracks in wood, metal, or glass, while cement is used for bonding materials together, such as bricks, stones, or tiles.
- 3Strength: Cement is stronger and more durable than putty when used for construction purposes.
- 4Application: Putty is usually applied by hand, while cement may require special tools or equipment for mixing and application.
- 5Appearance: Putty is often lighter in color and has a smoother texture than cement, which can be rougher and more grainy.
Remember this!
Putty and cement are both used as adhesives or fillers in construction or repair work. However, the difference between putty and cement is their composition, usage, strength, application, and appearance. Putty is softer and pliable, often used for filling gaps or cracks in wood, metal, or glass, while cement is harder and more durable, used for bonding materials together, such as bricks, stones, or tiles.
