Characteristics of a Good Mortar Mix

 The important properties of a good mortar mix are:

1. Mobility
2. Placeability
3. Water Retention

Mobility of Mortar Mix

This indicates the consistency of the mortar that may range from stiff to fluid. The mortar is made sufficiently mobile to use it for finishing works.

Mortar Mobility

Placeability of Mortar Mix

The placeability of mortar mix is the ease with which the mortar can be placed in the form of a thin uniform layer. 

Placing Mortar

Water Retention of Mortar Mix

The mortar mix must possess and retain adequate humidity during its transportation and laying. If the mortar do not retain adequate moisture, the mortar becomes poor in strength and quality.

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