What is the difference between masonry cement and portland type 1 cement?
Q. Can type 1 portland mixed with sand be substituted for masonry cement? What is the benefit or trade offs?
Asked by Alvin C - Sun Jun 3 21:14:51 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It depends on what you are going to do with it. Masonry Cement is designed specifically for use in mortars used for brickwork and block work, external rendering and internal plastering. Portland Cement type 1 is a general purpose cement.
Answered by anick - Sun Jun 3 21:38:13 2007
Q. Can type 1 portland mixed with sand be substituted for masonry cement? What is the benefit or trade offs?
Asked by Alvin C - Sun Jun 3 21:14:51 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. It depends on what you are going to do with it. Masonry Cement is designed specifically for use in mortars used for brickwork and block work, external rendering and internal plastering. Portland Cement type 1 is a general purpose cement.
Answered by anick - Sun Jun 3 21:38:13 2007
What is the difference between stucco and masonry?
Q. What is the difference between stucco construction of a house and masonry construction of a house? Or does the two go hand in hand?
Asked by batman253 - Wed Mar 22 08:59:42 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Very simply put, Masonry is the material of building, IE: Bricks, Blocks, etc. Stucco is the coating, no matter of what formulation, that is used to cover masonry. It can also be applied to wood framed houses as well as Block built. Stucco is an inclusion in the construction of a house NOT the term used for the structure itself. Rev. Steven
Answered by ever1wolf - Wed Mar 22 09:10:44 2006
Q. What is the difference between stucco construction of a house and masonry construction of a house? Or does the two go hand in hand?
Asked by batman253 - Wed Mar 22 08:59:42 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Very simply put, Masonry is the material of building, IE: Bricks, Blocks, etc. Stucco is the coating, no matter of what formulation, that is used to cover masonry. It can also be applied to wood framed houses as well as Block built. Stucco is an inclusion in the construction of a house NOT the term used for the structure itself. Rev. Steven
Answered by ever1wolf - Wed Mar 22 09:10:44 2006
Can you paint a house that has pressed-board siding with paint labeled specifically for masonry?
Q. I have 20 gallons of masonry paint that I was going to use to paint a house I ended up sellling. I still like the color, and I was wondering if I could paint my present house with it. This house has wooden window moldings, but is sided with some kind of pressed-board siding, like Masonite. I believe the paint is latex-based. Any suggestions?
Asked by correrafan - Sat Nov 24 10:43:42 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I think that you can do !! make a sample first before you apply to all I suggest to read and follow instructions written on painting containers you have specially if it is required priming or under coat ? or not . Then go ahead .
Answered by AboAyman - Sat Dec 1 12:57:15 2007
Q. I have 20 gallons of masonry paint that I was going to use to paint a house I ended up sellling. I still like the color, and I was wondering if I could paint my present house with it. This house has wooden window moldings, but is sided with some kind of pressed-board siding, like Masonite. I believe the paint is latex-based. Any suggestions?
Asked by correrafan - Sat Nov 24 10:43:42 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I think that you can do !! make a sample first before you apply to all I suggest to read and follow instructions written on painting containers you have specially if it is required priming or under coat ? or not . Then go ahead .
Answered by AboAyman - Sat Dec 1 12:57:15 2007
How Much To Charge On Masonry Project?
Q. i am a new landscaper that has just started out my own business from scratch. i want to know how much to charge my client for a masonry project that is a flat concrete floor in a backyard in which the measurements are 26 ft by 10 ft and 3 inches thick. thank you for your helpful answers. ok then i guess ill make it 4 inches thick.
Asked by Mr. Q - Sat Apr 26 18:35:05 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. any concrete slab should be at leats 4 in thick not 3 it's up to you i charge 12 dollars an hour plus supplys on masonry work but it's up to you
Answered by dale - Sat Apr 26 18:39:07 2008
Q. i am a new landscaper that has just started out my own business from scratch. i want to know how much to charge my client for a masonry project that is a flat concrete floor in a backyard in which the measurements are 26 ft by 10 ft and 3 inches thick. thank you for your helpful answers. ok then i guess ill make it 4 inches thick.
Asked by Mr. Q - Sat Apr 26 18:35:05 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. any concrete slab should be at leats 4 in thick not 3 it's up to you i charge 12 dollars an hour plus supplys on masonry work but it's up to you
Answered by dale - Sat Apr 26 18:39:07 2008
What s a good type/ brand work pant for doing masonry work?
Q. I am planning a project of replacing a front and side yard chain link fence with brick columns and wrought iron railings and gates. What s a good type/ brand work pant for doing such down and dirty masonry work?
Asked by birdinhand55@sbcglobal.net - Tue Aug 25 17:28:10 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. carhartt is an excellent work pant
Answered by pickmefirstplz - Tue Aug 25 17:57:30 2009
Q. I am planning a project of replacing a front and side yard chain link fence with brick columns and wrought iron railings and gates. What s a good type/ brand work pant for doing such down and dirty masonry work?
Asked by birdinhand55@sbcglobal.net - Tue Aug 25 17:28:10 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. carhartt is an excellent work pant
Answered by pickmefirstplz - Tue Aug 25 17:57:30 2009
What do the 7 and the 4 in the equation for masonry stand for?
Q. I have just recently learned a little bit about masonry in my math class and they gave an equation for how many bricks you will need, and part of it consists of 7 x (thickness) / 4. I would like to know what the 7 and the 4 are for.
Asked by redheadedretard42 - Wed Dec 6 10:20:46 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They appear to be constants! Perhaps to do with the length and width of the bricks.
Answered by bearcat - Wed Dec 6 11:06:43 2006
Q. I have just recently learned a little bit about masonry in my math class and they gave an equation for how many bricks you will need, and part of it consists of 7 x (thickness) / 4. I would like to know what the 7 and the 4 are for.
Asked by redheadedretard42 - Wed Dec 6 10:20:46 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. They appear to be constants! Perhaps to do with the length and width of the bricks.
Answered by bearcat - Wed Dec 6 11:06:43 2006
What Masonry Wall Construction Techniques were used in 1850 - 1930?
Q. Hi, I just need to know which masonry wall construction techniques were used in typical dwellings built around the 1850's , 1930's and today. A small list, bullet points would be fantastic and a would of course give 10 points to show my appreciation . Thank you in advance.
Asked by PRETTY WOMAN - Thu Oct 22 11:51:12 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Lathic Plastering on the inside wall. Strips of wood where nailed to the wall and a plaster applied to these strips of wood. This was circa 1800s A long time before gyprock plaster sheets
Answered by Paul P - Thu Oct 22 16:53:25 2009
Q. Hi, I just need to know which masonry wall construction techniques were used in typical dwellings built around the 1850's , 1930's and today. A small list, bullet points would be fantastic and a would of course give 10 points to show my appreciation . Thank you in advance.
Asked by PRETTY WOMAN - Thu Oct 22 11:51:12 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Lathic Plastering on the inside wall. Strips of wood where nailed to the wall and a plaster applied to these strips of wood. This was circa 1800s A long time before gyprock plaster sheets
Answered by Paul P - Thu Oct 22 16:53:25 2009
How do I quantify the effects of water flow over a concrete rubble masonry surface?
Q. My design involves a conc. rubble masonry (CRM) outlet for a dam. The concern is whether the CRM outlet can withstand the expected water velocity.
Asked by Marty Y - Fri Dec 18 15:41:34 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If the tolerances are high enough then it will.
Answered by unknown - Sun Dec 20 13:15:38 2009
Q. My design involves a conc. rubble masonry (CRM) outlet for a dam. The concern is whether the CRM outlet can withstand the expected water velocity.
Asked by Marty Y - Fri Dec 18 15:41:34 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If the tolerances are high enough then it will.
Answered by unknown - Sun Dec 20 13:15:38 2009
Do I need to seal the inside of my new masonry planter boxes?
Q. I have just had some planter boxes made, masonry with a cement render on the outside. Do I need to seal the inside of them before I paint? I am concerned about water peeling the paint, and the appearance of salt patches. They have good drainage in them. I want to paint them with Dulux Tuscan paint to give a limewashed effect.
Asked by ro - Wed Nov 5 05:52:22 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes you will have to water proof the inside of the planter box, or it will leach through to the outer side, and get behind the paint and could start to peel paint ,also yes you will start to see some sort of calcification to rendered wall side. I would suggest you caulk up all internal corners then waterproof internal walls, your local hardware such as Bunnings will have several products there to suit your needs and budget. Good luck. P.S Clay bricks absorb and hold a lot of water ounce wet for days try test ,put brick in bucket of water for half an hour and take out and see how long it takes to dry, your potting soil mix will hold a lot of water too,and don't forget to put some fly wire mesh over your drain holes as potting mix and plant… [cont.]
Answered by pato - Wed Nov 5 07:00:15 2008
Q. I have just had some planter boxes made, masonry with a cement render on the outside. Do I need to seal the inside of them before I paint? I am concerned about water peeling the paint, and the appearance of salt patches. They have good drainage in them. I want to paint them with Dulux Tuscan paint to give a limewashed effect.
Asked by ro - Wed Nov 5 05:52:22 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes you will have to water proof the inside of the planter box, or it will leach through to the outer side, and get behind the paint and could start to peel paint ,also yes you will start to see some sort of calcification to rendered wall side. I would suggest you caulk up all internal corners then waterproof internal walls, your local hardware such as Bunnings will have several products there to suit your needs and budget. Good luck. P.S Clay bricks absorb and hold a lot of water ounce wet for days try test ,put brick in bucket of water for half an hour and take out and see how long it takes to dry, your potting soil mix will hold a lot of water too,and don't forget to put some fly wire mesh over your drain holes as potting mix and plant… [cont.]
Answered by pato - Wed Nov 5 07:00:15 2008
What are some alternative materials that could be used other than masonry in residential construction?
Q. What are some alternative materials that could be used other than masonry in residential construction? any ideas please. i am deciding to build my own house. Thanks in advance
Asked by superman_stow - Mon Jan 5 19:59:36 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Insulblock which is concrete in a foam block structure then you can stucco it, siding on it, drywall etc... 2x4 or 2x6 construction Or a log home
Answered by daddio t - Mon Jan 5 20:05:02 2009
Q. What are some alternative materials that could be used other than masonry in residential construction? any ideas please. i am deciding to build my own house. Thanks in advance
Asked by superman_stow - Mon Jan 5 19:59:36 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Insulblock which is concrete in a foam block structure then you can stucco it, siding on it, drywall etc... 2x4 or 2x6 construction Or a log home
Answered by daddio t - Mon Jan 5 20:05:02 2009
What is the importance of been a free-masonry?
Q. I d like some fats that show me some reasons to be a free-masonry, I know some friends whose are masons, and they are good people. But that isn t enough reason for me to join mansonry
Asked by Edward P - Fri Nov 21 13:35:50 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. what would be reason enough for you to join? freemasonry is a social fraternity that aims to provide good men with the education and means to make themselves better. this is provided through the study of morality via ritual, symbol and allegory. its main tenets are faith, hope and charity and it provides more charity than any other group on the planet.
Answered by cl_freemason - Fri Nov 21 14:30:21 2008
Q. I d like some fats that show me some reasons to be a free-masonry, I know some friends whose are masons, and they are good people. But that isn t enough reason for me to join mansonry
Asked by Edward P - Fri Nov 21 13:35:50 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. what would be reason enough for you to join? freemasonry is a social fraternity that aims to provide good men with the education and means to make themselves better. this is provided through the study of morality via ritual, symbol and allegory. its main tenets are faith, hope and charity and it provides more charity than any other group on the planet.
Answered by cl_freemason - Fri Nov 21 14:30:21 2008
How do I get masonry white paint off my flagstone patio?
Q. The wind blew over about 1/3 of a can of masonry/concrete paint (white) on my gray flagstone patio. What is best way to get it off - it's pooled and gummy and drying now in a puddle...
Asked by linda - Mon Apr 6 05:17:43 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. im a mason a pressurewasher is probably a good start read the paint can it will tell you what to use for clean up a wire brsh may help as well you will need to be agressive it will not come off easily good luck!!!
Answered by brandon - Mon Apr 6 05:28:31 2009
Q. The wind blew over about 1/3 of a can of masonry/concrete paint (white) on my gray flagstone patio. What is best way to get it off - it's pooled and gummy and drying now in a puddle...
Asked by linda - Mon Apr 6 05:17:43 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. im a mason a pressurewasher is probably a good start read the paint can it will tell you what to use for clean up a wire brsh may help as well you will need to be agressive it will not come off easily good luck!!!
Answered by brandon - Mon Apr 6 05:28:31 2009
What type of Ice Melt (de-icer) is safe for masonry pavers?
Q. I have bluestone capping my front steps and porch and I have been told not to use rock salt on the bluestone because it is corrosive. is there any "safe" ice melter for this type of masonry? I have heard that Magnesium Chloride ice melters are safer than plain rock salt which is sodium chloride, but how is it really safe? Any recommendations?
Asked by Axe M - Sat Feb 17 19:06:35 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. We use urea on our pavers. It hasn't hurt them , we have done this for two or three years. It is available at feed supply stores.
Answered by clintanjunior - Sat Feb 17 20:29:46 2007
Q. I have bluestone capping my front steps and porch and I have been told not to use rock salt on the bluestone because it is corrosive. is there any "safe" ice melter for this type of masonry? I have heard that Magnesium Chloride ice melters are safer than plain rock salt which is sodium chloride, but how is it really safe? Any recommendations?
Asked by Axe M - Sat Feb 17 19:06:35 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. We use urea on our pavers. It hasn't hurt them , we have done this for two or three years. It is available at feed supply stores.
Answered by clintanjunior - Sat Feb 17 20:29:46 2007
what's the initiation to advance to the 28th and 29th degree of the scottisch rite masonry?
Q. I've been reading up on masonry and know someone who is a member and is nervous about advancing to the 29th degree. also are all initiatiations the same depending on what level you are advancing? also any additional info would help because its hard to find true valid info since its all supposed to be kept secret.
Asked by taty8488 - Thu Jul 2 11:48:19 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. How odd. Most Scottish Rite degrees are given during reunion classes, from the 4th to the 32nd. It's unusual that someone - who had obviously been to the 4th through the 27th degrees and knew how those degrees were conferred - would be nervous about the 28th and 29th degrees. Seems kind of hokey.
Answered by meat - Sat Jul 4 14:13:33 2009
Q. I've been reading up on masonry and know someone who is a member and is nervous about advancing to the 29th degree. also are all initiatiations the same depending on what level you are advancing? also any additional info would help because its hard to find true valid info since its all supposed to be kept secret.
Asked by taty8488 - Thu Jul 2 11:48:19 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. How odd. Most Scottish Rite degrees are given during reunion classes, from the 4th to the 32nd. It's unusual that someone - who had obviously been to the 4th through the 27th degrees and knew how those degrees were conferred - would be nervous about the 28th and 29th degrees. Seems kind of hokey.
Answered by meat - Sat Jul 4 14:13:33 2009
Is there a masonry drill bit that will drill through reinforcing?
Q. I have been told there is a masonry drill bit that will cut through the reinforcing in concrete and through any sheet metal supporting the suspended slab. Is this true? Are these drill bits commercially available?
Asked by Fatso - Tue Oct 14 21:47:30 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes If you go to this website put in the "find products" search box then scroll down a little you can see them, or buy one. For more information regarding your subject, put masonry drill bit in the search box and when you get the result page, click the "about" section and read to your heart's content.
Answered by andyg77 - Tue Oct 14 22:06:13 2008
Q. I have been told there is a masonry drill bit that will cut through the reinforcing in concrete and through any sheet metal supporting the suspended slab. Is this true? Are these drill bits commercially available?
Asked by Fatso - Tue Oct 14 21:47:30 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes If you go to this website put
Answered by andyg77 - Tue Oct 14 22:06:13 2008
How can you become a member of the masonry?
Q. I was wondering how to become a member of the masonry. There is a mason meeting place near my house (i know you can't just walk in an join. You have to be invited.) Do you have to know a mason?
Asked by aaron b - Wed Jan 23 21:51:24 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You are actually closer to the walking in part, as no one is invited to join. The easieset way to become a Mason is to ask one. If you know someone then they can recommend you. If you do not, then you can look in your yellow pages or go to the Grand Lodge website (easiest to find using Google type in "Grand Lodge of (your state)". You'll fill out a petition which will give the members of the Lodge a good idea of who you are. There are some requirements and they'll let you know of them. After you petition, they'll interview you and then vote on you. Some of the basic requirments for joining are being of a legal age (mostly 21 years old, some though are 18), Belief in a Supreme Being, have a desire to be useful to your fellow… [cont.]
Answered by Derek M - Thu Jan 24 05:15:10 2008
Q. I was wondering how to become a member of the masonry. There is a mason meeting place near my house (i know you can't just walk in an join. You have to be invited.) Do you have to know a mason?
Asked by aaron b - Wed Jan 23 21:51:24 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. You are actually closer to the walking in part, as no one is invited to join. The easieset way to become a Mason is to ask one. If you know someone then they can recommend you. If you do not, then you can look in your yellow pages or go to the Grand Lodge website (easiest to find using Google type in "Grand Lodge of (your state)". You'll fill out a petition which will give the members of the Lodge a good idea of who you are. There are some requirements and they'll let you know of them. After you petition, they'll interview you and then vote on you. Some of the basic requirments for joining are being of a legal age (mostly 21 years old, some though are 18), Belief in a Supreme Being, have a desire to be useful to your fellow… [cont.]
Answered by Derek M - Thu Jan 24 05:15:10 2008
I need masonry paint ratings. I have an old cinder block garage to paint. It has an old coat of paint on .?
Q. I have no idea what kind of paint is on it now. We bought this place 25 years ago. the old paint has really held up well but needs redone. I can find nothing on ratings for masonry paint.
Asked by zekemc - Tue May 30 17:30:25 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. hey zeke... some manufacturers still make masonry coatings which are typically a water borne medium grade vinyl or vinyl acrylic blended resin...these products are generally a higher build, inexpensive version of house paints, but are recommended specifically for masonry substrates. the reason they're specific to masonry surfaces, and not wood, is due to the fact that these resins don't have the same ability to expand and contract as house paint resins do...from an asthetic perspective, these products do provide an economic alternative to the more expensive house paints but provide only minimal amount of protection to the surface. because of new technology, new resins and increased usage in other types of sidings (metal, vinyl etc.),… [cont.]
Answered by ricknowspaint - Wed May 31 09:42:25 2006
Q. I have no idea what kind of paint is on it now. We bought this place 25 years ago. the old paint has really held up well but needs redone. I can find nothing on ratings for masonry paint.
Asked by zekemc - Tue May 30 17:30:25 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. hey zeke... some manufacturers still make masonry coatings which are typically a water borne medium grade vinyl or vinyl acrylic blended resin...these products are generally a higher build, inexpensive version of house paints, but are recommended specifically for masonry substrates. the reason they're specific to masonry surfaces, and not wood, is due to the fact that these resins don't have the same ability to expand and contract as house paint resins do...from an asthetic perspective, these products do provide an economic alternative to the more expensive house paints but provide only minimal amount of protection to the surface. because of new technology, new resins and increased usage in other types of sidings (metal, vinyl etc.),… [cont.]
Answered by ricknowspaint - Wed May 31 09:42:25 2006
How do I clean masonry mess and grout smears from ceramic tile floor?
Q. We had major renovations recently to include a new covered back porch with brick columns. The porch floor is ceramic. The brick masons left quite a bit of masonry (mortor) mess on the floor from large white smears to chunks of mortor. And the tile guy after applying the grout smeared the grout over the floor but never returned to do the final clean up. Help ! How can we clean this mess and get the tile back to its' original finish? We have already pressure washed which had no affect at all.
Asked by LuvtheMtns - Sun May 27 19:52:43 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I'd go to Home Depo or Lowe's and ask them what you should do.
Answered by Rochelle N - Thu May 31 14:39:16 2007
Q. We had major renovations recently to include a new covered back porch with brick columns. The porch floor is ceramic. The brick masons left quite a bit of masonry (mortor) mess on the floor from large white smears to chunks of mortor. And the tile guy after applying the grout smeared the grout over the floor but never returned to do the final clean up. Help ! How can we clean this mess and get the tile back to its' original finish? We have already pressure washed which had no affect at all.
Asked by LuvtheMtns - Sun May 27 19:52:43 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I'd go to Home Depo or Lowe's and ask them what you should do.
Answered by Rochelle N - Thu May 31 14:39:16 2007
What tools are used in the installation of PVC/SWA/PVC 10mm clipped to a masonry wall ?
Q. What tools are used in the installation of PVC/SWA/PVC 10mm clipped to a masonry wall hooked up to two distribution boards?
Asked by deadstar1988 - Fri Nov 7 08:28:03 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Tools: I'd try a masonry drill bit, an electric (corded) drill, and a screwdriver (Red Robertson). You'll need a chuck key too. As for the consumables: a handful (2 - 6) of concrete anchors (plugs), and some Red Robertson screws. Size and quantity dependant on load.
Answered by David F - Fri Nov 7 14:08:59 2008
Q. What tools are used in the installation of PVC/SWA/PVC 10mm clipped to a masonry wall hooked up to two distribution boards?
Asked by deadstar1988 - Fri Nov 7 08:28:03 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Tools: I'd try a masonry drill bit, an electric (corded) drill, and a screwdriver (Red Robertson). You'll need a chuck key too. As for the consumables: a handful (2 - 6) of concrete anchors (plugs), and some Red Robertson screws. Size and quantity dependant on load.
Answered by David F - Fri Nov 7 14:08:59 2008
what is the difference between masonry screws and other screws?
Q. why are masonry screws better for concrete?
Asked by sharkbate4me - Tue Jul 28 19:44:16 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
Q. why are masonry screws better for concrete?
Asked by sharkbate4me - Tue Jul 28 19:44:16 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
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