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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.

  • 1 part Type N Portland Lime Masonry
  • 3 parts damp loose brick sand
  • enough water for desired workability

 


 

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