- 2079 Bhadra · 2 marks
Uses of mortar
Short answer
Mortar binds bricks and stones in masonry and distributes loads. It fills joints for weather-tightness, and is used for plastering, pointing, flooring, bedding tiles, fixing frames, grouting and repair.
Mention the uses of mortar.
Mortar is used:
- To bind bricks, stones and concrete blocks into masonry and distribute loads evenly.
- To fill the joints between masonry units and make walls weather-tight.
- For plastering walls and ceilings and for decorative finishes.
- For pointing masonry joints.
- For flooring, bedding tiles and stone slabs, and damp-proof courses.
- For fixing door and window frames, hold-fasts and fixtures.
- For grouting, repairing cracks and as a levelling screed under floors.
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