The mortar mix can vary, depending upon the sand used and other factors, however a typical mortar mix in the Perth region is 6 parts good sharp yellow brickies sand, 1 part lime and 1 part of cream (off-white) cement. See similar questions...

Rapid Set® Mortar Mix is a blend of high-performance Rapid Set® Cement with washed plaster sand. It provides rapid strength gain, high durability and low shrinkage. Use for horizontal, vertical, and overhead plaster and concrete projects. Simply mix with water and it will reach STRUCTURAL STRENGTH IN 1 HOUR! See similar questions...

You should choose a mortar that is more vapour permeable and less dense that the stone or brickwork into which is being put to ensure that it reduces the decay of this stone or brick as much as possible. The sheep’s wool insulation that we supply is treated with natural materials that prevent it from degrading or being damaged by pests or fungal attack. It also resists damp exceptionally well. It works on the sheep and it works in your buildings. See similar questions...

Cladding is comparatively more expensive that thicker blocks because natural limestone is a softer stone, unlike granite or marble it is more difficult to achieve the quality required. This in turn results in a higher wastage rate when cutting the 35mm cladding tiles and also longer production times. See similar questions...

Like the choice of stone, the choice of mortar joints finishes is simply a matter of personal preference. To view some of the most commonly used mortar joint finishes, click here and you will be taken to the website images of these mortar joints. See similar questions...

You may want to use a plasticiser (see below). You should also point the wall with the same mortar you use, whichever it happens to be. See similar questions...

Use Sulphate-Resisting Portland Cement in a 3:1 mortar below ground where there is a possibility of aggressive groundwater. If my memory serves this amounts to just about anywhere in the UK. This applies equally to brickwork or concrete. See similar questions...

Water cure all Rapid Set® Mortar Mix installations. The objective of water curing is to maintain a wet surface until the product has achieved sufficient strength. Begin curing as soon as the surface has lost it's moist sheen and continue for a minimum of 1 hour. See similar questions...

The most common use for cladding is for internal applications such as fireplaces, feature walls and similar applications, however it is also often used for cladding the external walls of an existing house. See similar questions...

Marble, travertine, or limestone that is honed has a matte or satin finish, rather than a high reflective polish. This is achieved at the factory by stopping just short of the last stage of polishing. Some fabricators have special equipment and can hone marble in their shops by removing the factory polish. One feature of honed marble is that it doesn't show etching as readily, or wear patterns on floors. It is preferred by some because it has a less formal, softer appearance than polished stone. See similar questions...

ASTRA-GLAZE-SW® + blocks should be laid in a full bed of mortar which is consistent with the best concrete masonry practices following the recommendations of NCMA Tek Note 9-1 carefully for best results. See Mortar information in the General binder section. All exterior mortar shall include W.R. Grace DRY-BLOCK® water repellent additive added to each batch in the appropriate dosage rates for mortar type (M,S, or N) per manufacturer’s instructions. See similar questions...

Thin-bed mortar designed especially for AAC is used to install SafeCrete blocks and lintels. It is sold in ready-to-mix powder form. Thin-Bed Mortar is polymer modified Portland cement specifically designed to bond our blocks for interior and exterior wall construction. Just 1/8 inch mortar bed is needed to adhere the products. This extremely thin joint prevents heat loss and speeds installation. For best results, apply Thin-Bed Mortar with our notched trowel. See similar questions...

When used for housing, the general trend is to use diamond cut Carabooda limestone blocks for a more formal finish, or the more textured biscuit coloured Moore River Limestone blocks to create a character natural stone feel ? it is simply a matter of personal preference. Quarry cut limestone blocks are cut directly from the quarry floor using electric saws with tungsten tipped blades. See similar questions...

Not to worry! It's not uncommon for some mortar to get into the texture of the glass design during installation, and is easily removed during the mortaring process. Sometimes a small amount of mortar, or a haze may be left behind after the mortar is cleaned up. Generally, all that's needed is a little white vinegar to clean it out if any is left behind after the installation. See similar questions...

Generally walls will require 3000 psi concrete or as specified by your engineer or code. Maximum aggregate size is 3/4" and placed at a 5-6" slump. See similar questions...

Blending with other products may give unpredictable results and is not recommended. The use of Rapid Set® approved additives and various colors are acceptable. See similar questions...

Rapid Set® Mortar Mix is an all-purpose repair product. The most common applications are exterior plaster (stucco) repair and general concrete repair. See similar questions...

Yes – typically these types of stones are hung using a traditional system with very thick panel sizes. With our system, panel thickness is reduced since the undercut anchor can be used in stones as thin as 2 cm. See similar questions...

A - Yes. The pre-mixed bags of mortar are a great solution. Many manufacturers of pre-mixed mortars blend a special mix for stone veneer. See your supplier for detailed information on acceptable mortar products. See similar questions...

Laying is what bookmakers have always done, that is they accept bets from people at agreed odds, paying out the winnings if the bet wins and keeping the stake if it doesn't. This is what you can now do with a betting exchange, but unlike a bookmaker you can lay any one single competitor in any event without the need to offer odds for all competitors. In a nutshell, that is what we do - we select horses to accept bets on because we think they are unlikely to win. See similar questions...