MORTAR, CEMENT, & CONCRETE

Mortar is the material used to create the bond between two masonry units. Because Mortar plays such a vital role in masonry construction it is important to understand how to select the appropriate type for your job. At Lee Building Products we offer a large variety of mortar mixes for any type of job.

• Type N mortar mix – Type N mortar is general purpose mortar mix with medium compressive strength and is typically used in above grade, exterior, and load-bearing installations. At Lee Masonry Products we offer a wide variety of colors in type N mortar.
• Type S mortar mix – Type S mortar is a high compressive strength mortar mix that performs extremely well against soil pressure, wind or under seismic conditions. Type S mortar is typically used for below grade applications such as masonry block foundations, manholes, retaining walls, and sewers.
• Stone-Hold cement – Stone-Hold cement is a cement mix that has been specially formulated for mortar and grouting with natural and manufactured stone for interior or exterior applications.
• Portland cement – Portland cement is the most common type of cement in general use around the world as a basic ingredient of concrete, mortar, stucco, and non-specialty grout.
• Concrete Mix – Concrete Mix is a mixture of Portland cement, sand, and gravel. Just add water for any general purpose concrete work.