Data Sheets 7 Factory produced mortar for use at low and high temperatures. Issue 5 (Withdrawn)
Publication Year
2016
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
The probability of frost attack on newly laid mortar increases in temperatures below 0°C. Disruption of the bond can be affected by water freezing and expanding. Self-healing and resealing of cracks over time can be encouraged with the inclusion of free lime in the mix. Advises on precautions to be taken when using mortar in winter conditions.
Document History
Rebranded as Data Sheet 07 Factory produced mortar for use at low and high temperatures. Issue 5 (MPAM, 2016). Supersedes: DAT 7 Factory produced mortar for use at low/freezing temperatures. Issue 4 (MIA, 2012). Issue 2, 2002. Issue 3, 2005. Issue 4, 2012.
Publisher Information
Mortar Industry Association
MPA Mortar is the new name for the Mortar Industry Association, following rebranding in 2020. It is a component part of the Mineral Products Association, the trade association for the aggregates, asphalt, cement, concrete, lime, mortar and silica sand industries
Gillingham House
38-44 Gillingham Street
London
MIA
UK
Website: http://www.mortar.org.uk
Email: mortar@qpa.org
Tel: 020 7963 8000
