Nt dad used it to clean up stains but the pits getting bad. About 45 bags of it. Here is a great step by step tool for building a concrete walkway from Quikrete. This should help answer your questions. Which mix should I use? Hello folks, I am making stepping stones to use as my walkway. Please advise me, do I use Quikrete Mortar Mix. Thank you! Repairs are of two types. The face of the fireplace and inside the firebox. Is there a concern for cracking the mortar in extreme cold, considering that water is used in the cement?
What is the best mortar mix to use? I have been heard of refractory cement for high temperature jobs. Would two different mixes be advised? Quikrete does have a website that offers live chat so they might be able to better answer your questions. Thank you for reaching out. Hi guys im trying to repair some holes and some exterior spalling of my concrete foundation.
Would this be ok? I accidentlly mixed a mortar bag with concrete together for a fence post. I bought concrete for the posts but had a mortar bag that I misplaced in the pile.
Will the post be secure enough and what about the future possibly structural probless? You should be ok. Mortar has lower PSI than concrete but 1 bag should not make a huge difference; however, it is best to consult a building professional to be sure.
I have contracted to have a window in my den replaced. It is about a foot below the cathedral ceiling. The technician that measured the window space said the brick window frame is not level, that the builder apparently did not construct the brick frame level at the time of construction in My reason for replacing the window is that it leaks periodically, without a consistent pattern, and runs down the wall to my hardwood floor. The technician said the defective leveling appears to be the reason, and recommended that the contractor use either waterproof concrete or waterproof mortar to level the brick window frame before installing the window.
I subsequently learned that the store I bought the replacement window from contracts with window installers, but not with contractors that level brick window frames. My two questions are 1 should waterproof cement, or waterproof mortar, be used? Thank you, and please feel free to address any other suggestions you may have for my dilemma. Waterproofing mortar would be sufficient. Not sure of your location but we are an Ace Hardware store in Pennsylvania so we are only familiar with our county in Pennsylvania.
Just the front to tires of my F will sit on it. Good evening, I have a s basement that requires repair. There is some degradation in some of the concrete due to water. I was advised to use mortar, as the concrete used in my area in the s allows for it to breathe and moisture to get through I do plan to add a French drain and liquid rubber coating on the exterior.
That being said I was also told most concrete nowadays does not allow this. What would be your suggestion. Side notes- use of river rock in concrete. Lots of water and snow in my area almost year round. Quikrete has a great product called Hydraulic Water Stop Cement.
I am building a step for my front door 2 feet by 4 feet by 4 inches thick, can I use quikrete sand mix? What do you recommend for the job. Thank you, Mike H. Thank you for explaining that concrete is used for structural projects while the mortar is used as a bonding agent.
I wonder how I could use cement to do this. Here is some information from Quikrete about special finishes for concrete. Happy Halloween! I thought perhaps I could DIY them. I found a suitable mold and bought the rutland high heat mortar to pour in the mold. But I am concerned the mortar will be too brittle. Any recommendation on concrete, mortar, or something else to try for my DIY project?
You should be able to make these out of Quikrete Concrete as concrete is naturally fire resistant. Quikrete has a live chat on their website and are very responsive so you could reach out to them as they are the concrete experts. Here is a great article from Quikrete about laying tile. Hope this helps- they are recommending thin set mortrar.
They are concrete experts. Is it possible that the mortar is bad? Its been in storage for 6 years. I would like to apply a mortar between the stone crevices of a dry-stack stone wall to eliminate gophers from pushing dirt through the crevices which ends up in a pile on my flagstone patio. Not sure which Quickrete product I should purchase. Depends if you have natural stone or veneer stone, but here is a great guide from Quikrete about what product to use based on the application.
It needs to be a smooth finish. I bought mortar mix and rebar. Is this the correct product to use? Mortar should be ok- just make sure to follow instructions so that is mixed to the proper wet consistency — otherwise a crack could develop. I am putting natural stone on the face of a fireplace, what is a good material to use to secure the rocks to the wall. Mason mix will work. I wanted to lay a row of bricks over an existing row of bricks.
The Home Depot guys set me up with Quickcrete concrete. It turned out awful lookswise. Now I have learned I should have used Mortar. Do I have to chisel and remove all of the concrete to use the mortar or can I fill in the gaps with the mortar, and level it all out with the mortar so it looks better in essence using the mortar to cover the concrete in full? Quikrete has a very helpful website with instant online chat and we do recommend asking for their advice also as they are industry experts.
Want to build a concrete bar in a micro brewery. Looking to do a build in place project. What product do you recommend? What thickness? Here is a video and project instructions for building a concrete countertop from Quikrete using Concrete Countertop Mix.
They also have a live chat on their website that is very helpful and they can provide you even more info for your project. I am casting pool patio bullnose for a remodel, is high stength mortar ok for 1.
Dimensions of bullnose is 9x18x1. This will lay on top of existing concrete pool patio. For a walking surface like pool coping, a concrete like Quikrete may be a better choice. Should I use mortar to lay the replacement blocks and fill with cement or could I use cement for both?
You will want to chip out all of the old block and mortar and use a wire brush to get as clean a surface as possible. In general, the best choice for setting the new concrete block would be a mortar like Quikrete Mason Mix. Hi, I use rapid concrete in silicon molds to make little objects and plant pots. How can I make it more resistant? Although the Fast Setting Concrete mix becomes hard in minutes, long-lasting strength comes from the curing process. Temperature and humidity are big factors in the final strength of the product, so ensure that the environment is temperate and has adequate moisture — the concrete should not get too dry while curing.
Mortar Mix is more suited as a bonding agent for stones, bricks, or concrete blocks. I have a slate patio laid over a base of crushed granite and sand. The gaps between the stones were filled with sand. I want to replace the sand in the gaps with concrete or mortar. Which would be best? I plan to work a small area each day, like 4ft x 4ft.
So I will need to be able to mix small batches. Quikrete has a great video on laying a patio using jointing or polymeric sand, which will set hard and last a long time if the instructions are followed correctly. If you choose to go with a mix product, mortar would be the best choice. You should be able to mix only as much mortar as you need at a time. The standard method to apply the mortar would be with a trowel so you can firmly press the mortar into place. Hello, should I use morter mix or?
Less in some areas? The paint that is on there is flat and has baked in the AZ sun for 13 years I am going to power wash then roll on weld-crete. What is my best choice for skimming?? PS I love Ace. Mortar mix is more designed for bonding stone, brick, and concrete block so it may not be a good choice for a finished surface. For further help, we recommend contacting your local Ace Hardware — our stores are in Pennsylvania, so a local expert would have more experience with homes in your area.
You can also use the online chat at Quikrete. I am building a short 1 ft flower bed rock wall out of River rocks….. Mortar would be a much better choice as it is designed for long-lasting bonds for rock, brick, and concrete block. Concrete is a great choice for a finished surface, but as a bonding agent, mortar is what you need. We have paver stone stairs in our backyard. Installers had used locklite landscape glue to hold them in. But one of the stone is loose and reapplying landscape glue has not helped.
So planning to use mortar or concrete to hold the stone to the bottom of the stairs. Can you please advise if this good and should i be using Concrete or mortar for this?
If mortar, should i be using type N or type S. Thanks in advance. For adhering stone to another surface, mortar would be the more appropriate product. Type S mortar is designed for structural applications, like building a brick or concrete block wall, where type N mortar is designed for non-structural work like veneer stonework and planters.
However, if you are simply applying the stonework to a vertical face, like on the riser portion of the stair , type N may suit your needs. I cut a 9 inch wide channel in concrete driveway for a row of pavers. What material works best to bed and grout the pavers.?
Jointing Sand is a good choice. I used cinder block as the base for my outside two steps up to a fire pit area, I filled the blocks with Quickrete fast setting concrete to about 2 inches from the top.
Now I want to use a top coat to cover the blocks with a finished look. My contractor suggest Spec Mix. Would this work since it is a mortar or is there another non rock solution? I am putting in a walkway using bricks. From what I have read, I am putting down first a 2 to 3 inch base that will be tamped down firmly. I will be pouring the mix dry, filling up all the spaces between the bricks, sweeping it clean, then misting the mix once every hour for a few hours.
So which one would you recommend, or does it matter? Better to use a mix that does not have gravel, correct? Since there are definite differences in price and availability, what would you recommend? Fill walkway joints with sand or mortar mix. Sweep the sand or dry mortar into the section contours and spaces between sections. For mortar, mist the joints with water so they harden in place. Hello I am trying to fill and seal gaps between my outside sidewalk where it meets my foundation just above the basement.
What should I be using to do this? Yes we recommend caulk as well. But you can also ask Quikrete for advice online via chat and they will respond almost immediately. Yes- you can use mortar mix — it is specifically designed for laying brick, stone, and concrete units. Yes but it is recommended to mix the concrete according to package instructions then add your rocks after you pour concrete but before it hardens.
Once no water is visible on the surface of your poured concrete you can add the rocks over the surface of the concrete and drag a broom over the entire surface to spread evenly. Allow it to sit until surface is no longer shiny and wet.
Then sweep surface with a broom. Then spray the surface gently with water. Allow to completely dry before using. I used quick crete Mortar mix to set post by accident for a deck. Will the post be strong enough? If not what do I need to do? Mortar is not recommended for deck supports as it is not as strong as concrete.
Is there a slower setting mortar mix, that will give me a little more time and flexibility? Quikrete Type N? Type S? For structural building, Mason Mix Type S is recommended. I am installing glass brick to replace the basement windows, the rough opening was taller than expected when removing the old window there was a concrete sill on top of the wall that pushed right off. I picked up the Rapid Set Concrete mix, and think I should have gotten mortar. Will the concrete work just fine, or should I trade it back for mortar?
The size of the area is 14 X 2. Typically a brick patio slab would be built with base sand and jointing sand. See project instructions below. I now need to level out the surface of the foundation in order to lay down wood bottom plates and anchor them to the foundation.
Should I use mortar or concrete to level out the surface of the foundation? The load the foundation will be bearing will not be too significant. Concrete is best for structural foundations. I removed the chimney and now there is just the hole with a dirt base in a non-traffic area—no walking or driving on it. Any suggestions as to what I should use? Concrete should be fine; however for a smoother finish a concrete trowel is recommended.
I used quickrete quick setting cement to lay some brick,is that ok instead of regular mortar mix? We recommend mortar or mason mix for brick applications. I am looking to fix my stone steps. Hometime: Mixing Thinset Mortar.
You may mix the mortar entirely by hand using the margin trowel if you don't have access to a drill or mixing paddle. Some thinset brands have different water-to-powder ratios.
Read the mixing directions located on the thinset mortar's packaging before mixing to determine if the water-to-powder ratio equals 3 quarts per 25 pounds. If the ratio differs, follow the rates listed on the package to ensure the right mixture. Only mix 1 to 2 gallons, or the amount of mortar that you will use within 15 to 20 minutes after mixing, at one time to prevent waste.
Thinset mortar becomes unsuitable for spreading once it begins to set up. Do not mix or spread the thinset mortar during temperatures lower than 40 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit or higher than 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Type N mortar is made using one part Portland cement, one part lime, and six parts sand.
Type O mortar mix is low-strength psi mortar used in non-load-bearing interior projects. This mortar has very limited exterior use. Type O mortar is made using one part Portland cement, two parts hydrated lime, and nine parts sand.
Mortars with a low psi have superior adhesive and sealing powers compared with mortars with a high psi. Whether you need a mortar with a high or low psi depends on the specific project and its location. Mortar for installing tiles comes in three basic types: Thin-set, mastic, and epoxy mortar. Thin-set mortar mix is the most commonly used tile mortar for both indoor and outdoor projects.
It offers a strong bond and is resistant to moisture and heat. Thin-set tile mortar is smooth and slippery and comes pre-mixed or in powder form, which you mix with water. A major advantage of thin-set is that it helps to level slightly uneven surfaces. Thin-set is ideal for shower floors and walls, kitchen countertops, and other applications in high-moisture settings. Mastic is a tile adhesive that comes pre-mixed.
Epoxy mortar contains three different components: Resin, hardener, and powder. It sets quickly and provides an incredibly strong bond. This type of mortar is recommended for ceramic flooring tiles. Using dry mortar that way saves a tremendous amount of time compared to mortaring individual joints between pavers, but the dry mortar has to be applied in dry conditions to prevent it from staining the pavers' surface.
Brian Barth works in the fields of landscape architecture and urban planning and is co-founder of Urban Agriculture, Inc. His blog, Food for Thought, explores the themes of land use, urban agriculture, and environmental literacy. By Brian Barth Updated December 17, Related Articles. References A. McCormack and Son, PavingExpert.
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