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Mortar
In this video you will discover that mortar is an essential component in
construction used for holding together masonry units, filling gaps and finishing
surfaces.

The most commonly used kind of mortar is Cement mortar, made from mixing
cement with sand and water. It is used to hold together bricks, blocks and
stones to form structures of varying levels of complexity.

Wet mortar that has been applied in a structure needs to be allowed to set or
harden.

For example, when laying bricks, wet mortar is used with the consistency of a
paste, allowing it to be worked with and applied with ease.Once the mortar has
dried it becomes strong and rigid, achieving high compression strengths and
can be impermeable to water.

The specific proportion of the sand, cement and water required to mix mortar
depends on the specific application as well as the quality of the materials. It is
therefore essential to follow the mix design and the method statement for every
project. The mix design uses laboratory studies of the material to provides
accurate inputs on the proportion of each ingredient that must go into the
mixing of mortar. This ensures that the mortar is most suitable for the work.

The water to cement ratio is the most critical factor in the strength of mortar.
Too much water reduces mortar strength, while too little will make the mortar
unworkable.

When the right proportion of materials is used to make mortar, the final
structure will gain strength and longevity.

You have now learned about mortar

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