User Guide

Mix product according to package

instructions.

Before beginning construction, check with

your local planning department to be sure

you follow specications for building walls

and footers.

The foundation should be twice the width of

the width of your block.

Begin by laying the mortar bed on the foundation for the corner block.

The mortar bed gives the block something to adhere to.

PREPARATION

APPLICATION

Be sure it is straight and level, otherwise the rest of the wall will be

crooked. Typically, one end will be higher than the other. Just push

into place or tap into place using end of a trowel or hammer.

The Pro’s Choice Since 1936

Building a block wall

using Type S Mortar Mix

Project how-to guide

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Building a block wall using Type S Mortar Mix Project how-to guide The Pro’s Choice Since 1936 PREPARATION Mix product according to package instructions. Before beginning construction, check with your local planning department to be sure you follow specifications for building walls and footers. The foundation should be twice the width of the width of your block. APPLICATION Begin by laying the mortar bed on the foundation for the corner block. The mortar bed gives the block something to adhere to.
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building a block wall using Type S Mortar Mix Project how-to guide The Pro’s Choice Since 1936 Note that the corner block is one that has a flat end. Interior blocks have raised edges. Apply mortar to the raised ends of each block before setting in place. 2 Sakrete.
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building a block wall using Type S Mortar Mix Project how-to guide The Pro’s Choice Since 1936 Use a string line to ensure that each coarse is level. FINISHING Once the blocks have been laid and the mortar is in place, strike off all excess mortar using a jointing tool. Press the tool firmly into each mortar joint to create a smooth attractive finish to your mortar joints. NOTE: For complete product information, please refer to product data sheet. 3 Sakrete.