how many parts of sand do i mix with type n mortar mix?

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how many parts of sand do i mix with type n mortar mix?

2006-07-31 11:45:18 · 3 answers · asked by joel w 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)

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It should say so on the back of the bag.....
I personally use and do well with 5 : 1 (for grouting a natural stone wall, using playsand + non-shrink mortar mix).

2006-07-31 15:01:50 · answer #1 · answered by Marianna 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋

You should use about 3 shovels of sand per 1 shovel of mortar.
I wouldn't use play sand though. Use mason sand, it is rougher and will be stronger then the fine playsand.

2006-08-01 06:01:36 · answer #2 · answered by Nep-Tunes 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

yes I agree with you on the mason sand ,the play sand is to fine and does not bond as good

2014-12-07 11:22:07 · answer #3 · answered by Gary 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋