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PORTLAND AND MASONRY CEMENTS

Masonry Cement Type S

Used in applications exposed to the elements or in foundations, walls and hollow or solid piers.

SUGGESTED USES
Exterior Above Grade 

  • Loadbearing walls requiring high compressive strength
  • Parapet walls

Exterior at or Below Grade

  • Retaining Walls
  • Parapet walls
  • Manholes
  • Sewers
  • Pavements, Walks & Patios
Product Details
Safety Data Sheet

Each 73lb (33kg) of Masonry Cement mixed with 3cuft of sand will produce 3cuft mortar.

  • Read safety instructions before using this product

Have materials required on hand: clean water, sand (2 ¼ -3cuft loose damp Masonry Sand), watertight mechanical mixer, measuring pots, trowel, mortar board, etc.

  1. Start the mixer
  2. Place ¾ of the required amount of water, ½ the required amount of sand and all the masonry cement in the mixer
  3. Mix briefly
  4. Add the remaining sand and water in the mixer and mix for a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 5 minutes after the last mix water has been added. This assures homogeneity and workability of the mortar.
For best results:
Do’s
  • Although minor retampering is allowed, mortar should be used or discarded after90 minutes
  • When mixed with sand, Masonry Cement Type S produces mortar which requires a minimum average 28-day compressive strength of 1800psi and 75% minimum water retention
Don’ts
  • Avoid working in extreme weather conditions
  • Don’t attempt to move or adjust masonry units once the mortar has begun to stiffen

Wear tight-fitting goggles, protective respiratory masks, gloves and protective clothing. This product, dry or wet, can cause irritation and severe burns. In case of eye contact, flush with plenty of water and seek medical attention. Repeated inhalation can cause lung disease.
DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY.
DO NOT INHALE.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN AND PETS.

Clean up with soap and water.

Rinse tools before material hardens.

Packages should be stored to keep free from moisture 

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