Basics of Building Construction

Basics in Building Construction 4(2+2)

Lesson 08 : Masonry

Mortar

Mortar is a binding material in masonry work. It is a homogeneous mixture, produced by uniform mixing of a binder with inert material (such as sand) and water to make a paste of required consistency and is used to bind a masonry unit. Choice of mortar and its grade for binding masonry units is governed by several considerations such as type of masonry, situations of use, load intensity, degree of exposure to weather, bond and durability requirements, and other special considerations like fire resistance, insulation, rate of setting and hardening etc.