Data Sheets 12 Ready-to-use masonry mortar

Publication Year

2001

Document Status

Withdrawn

Abstract

When subjected to persistent wind driven rain, the outer leaf of most masonry cavity walls will permit water to enter the cavity, generally through cracks at the interface between the masonry units and mortar. If the wall is properly constructed, water will flow down the inside face of the outer leaf and be discharged out of the cavity usually through weepholes. This data sheet sets out to highlight some of the principles that need to be adhered to in respect of good practice. For more detailed guidance, refer to British Standard Code of Practice BS 5628: Part 3 and BS 8000 Part 3, MIA data sheets or other specialist literature.

Document History

Replaced by Issue 2, January 2005.

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