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AMR Pre-Matched Mortar
Get The Quality You Deserve.
What is Pre-Matched Mortar?
How are Mortars matched?
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These mortars are matched through a lab
analysis that determine color of mortar color and gradation of sand, and
relative crushing pressures of the samples tested.
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This process requires 2-3 samples.
What is it for?
Why do I need Pre-Matched Mortar?
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Pre-Matched Mortars are matched by
professionals and ensure a proper match for your project.
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These mortars are analyzed to determine
crushing pressure, mortar color, and the color and grade of the sand used.
Why are these important?
Crushing Pressure-
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Use of a mortar that is too soft can result
in rapid deterioration or may not be strong enough to carry the load of
weight above it.
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Use of mortar that is too hard can cause
damage to the bricks, prevent proper bonding to the original mortar, or
prevent a masonry structure from being able to breathe properly causing mold
or other damage.
Color of mortar-
Color and grade of sand-
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The color and grade of the sand will affect
the tones found in the mortar and the way that dyes are absorbed. In
addition, the size of the aggregates will affect the texture of the mortar
and performance of mortars. If a mortar match doesn't contain proper sand
gradation, it may not match the visual appearance of the original.
What makes AMR Pre-Matched Mortars different?
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AMR Mortars come in a smaller more usable
portion, and because it is pre-matched there is no need to adjust the color.
These two factors make AMR Mortar better because there is no need to break
the ratios within them. They are pre-matched.
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All other products available come in Grey and
White, and come in 70 pound bags. These 70 pound bags require full package
use to maintain proper ratios, but require adjustment to match color tones
which will break their ratios.
Where do I get Pre-Matched Mortar?
What are the procedures for ordering
Pre-Matched Mortars?
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Acquire 2-3 samples of mortar at least 1 inch
in size.
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Payment for mortar analysis: pay online or by
check made payable to Alamo Masonry Repair.
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Payment for bags of mortar: these payments
must be made online.
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Package: Samples in a bag, a copy of receipt
for mortar analysis or a check, copy of receipt for the number of bags
ordered, your name, job name, job address, and shipping address.
Your products will be shipped to you within
5-10 business days.
Some delays may occur with large orders or volume of orders being processed.
What if I need more bags?
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Your order is kept on file with the formula.
simply place your order for more mix, and refer us to the previous order
placed. We will need your name (company), and job name/ address to pull up
the file.
For more information about Pre-Mix Mortars or where to send
your samples click Brick Repair Mortars.
Our estimators will obtain samples
for any projects we directly service.
What is the most important reason for using AMR Pre-Matched
& Tuckpoint mortars?
Consistency.
Only AMR Mortars allow you
to mix smaller portions of mortar and match to the existing
mortar. Other mortar mixes only
come in grey and white, and their bag is 70 pounds. Their ratios depend
on mixing of the full package. This doesn't allow you to make smaller
portions or mix the two for matching mortars. Doing either breaks the
proper ratios of portland cement and lime.
Our service professionals use AMR Mortars
and Pre-Matched Mortars to ensure the quality you deserve.
All masonry mortars are required to meet certain guidelines.
These are set forth as the ASTM standards. If you are mixing mortars for
construction use, they must meet specific ASTM ratings. For most commercial and
residential structures, the mortar must meet the ASTM C91 standard or ASTM C270.
Only testing labs can authorize and approve a mortar mix to meet the ASTM
standards.
Only AMR Mortars maintain these standards and allow
you to match mortars to the original mortar of your home. They also allow you to
mix a much smaller amount of mortar than the other products available which come
in a 70 pound bag. A 70 pound bag of mortar mix will make about 3-4 cubic feet
of mortar or about two full wheelbarrows. This can be a lot of wasted material
just to maintain ratios.
Don't guess how to match your mortar. Get it certified and lab tested.
2-3 samples of your mortar are sent in for testing. These
samples are lab tested for general hardness and color. Our lab technicians
create an exact formula to match your mortar. From there, our service
professionals use this formula to complete your repairs, or you may order bags
of Pre-Matched Mortars for you or the contractor of your choice to complete the
repairs.
For more information about Pre-Mix Mortars or where to send
your samples click Brick Repair Mortars. Our estimators will obtain samples
for any projects we directly service.
Most mortar matches are not visible immediately upon drying.
For more information about Alamo Certified Mortars,
Pre-Mix Mortars, and Brick Repairs, click this link.
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