What is mortar cement used for?
Mortar is a mixture of sand and cements that is most often used to build brick or block walls.
Whats the difference between mortar and cement?
Cement is a fine binding powder that is never used alone but is a component of both concrete and mortar, as well as stucco, tile grout, and thin-set adhesive. Mortar is composed of cement, fine sands, and lime; it is used as a binding material when building with brick, block, and stone.
What is cement mortar mix?
Mortar is a mixture of cement and sand (plus water).
Is mortar as strong as concrete?
Basically concrete is stronger and more durable so it can be used for structural projects such as setting posts whereas mortar is used as a bonding agent for bricks, stones, etc.
Can I use mortar to repair concrete?
Epoxy concrete repair mortars are popular for use in repairing concrete as they are fast curing and can be layered up to fill cracks and gaps greater than 50mm in depth, making it versatile for most repair situations.
