The following are recommended mortar
mixes for use with St. Marys Cement. Proportion Specifications, by
Volume.
Type N Masonry Cement
Masonry Cement
Usage
Medium strength for general use such as in exposed non load-bearing
masonry walls above grade and in tuck-pointing.
One bag of Type N will lay
approximately 40 standard 8" block
1 part Type N Masonry Cement
3 parts damp loose brick sand
enough water for desired workability
Type S
Masonry Cement
Masonry Cement
Usage St Marys Type S Masonry Cement is recommended where a higher
compressive strength is required, such as for parging, foundation walls
and walls designed with reinforcement.
When parging One bag of Type S will
cover approximately 78 square feet @ 1/4" thick.
1 part Type S Masonry Cement
3 parts damp loose brick sand
enough water for desired workability
Type N Portland Lime Masonry
St Marys Portland cement and double hydrated Type N lime
Usage Type N Portland Lime can be used for load-bearing masonry above
or below grade where greater bond strength is required.
Specially suited to Natural Stone or Manufactured
Stone applications.
