Data Sheets 12 Guide to minimising rain penetration through masonry walls. Issue 4 (Withdrawn)
Publication Year
2015
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Examines good practice principles including mortar joints and joint profile, obstructions in the cavity, wall ties, mortar type, cavity insulation, cavity trays and dpcs and constructional details. Offers remedial solutions such as repointing, water repellent coatings and rendering and cladding.
Document History
Rebranded as Data Sheet 12 Guide to minimising rain penetration through masonry walls. Issue 4 (MPAM, 2015). First published 1983. Issue 1, January 2001. Issue 2 2005. Issue 3 September 2014. Issue 4 June 2015.
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
