What is Mortar?

Mortar is a bonding agent usually formed by combining mortar or binding substance lime or cement with water and fine aggregate (sand, surki, sawdust, etc.). Mortar is used to bind various building blocks such as bricks, stones, etc. For brick or stone masonry, it can also create a decorative design. From the dawn of civilization, mortar is used. Lime mortars were used by the Egyptians 2,000 years ago.

  1. Types of Mortar
  2. Properties of Good Mortar
  3. The Function of Sand Mortar
  4. Uses of Mortar
  5. Precautions Required While Using Mortar Mix
  6. Lightweight Mortar

 

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