Mixing should include blending the ingredients in proper proportion, using a mortar hoe and/or power mixer, according to industry standards.
Process/Skill Questions:
- Why should masonry cements be measured by volume?
- What is the ratio of masonry cement to sand? Why is this ratio important?
- What safety precautions should be taken when using a motorized mixer?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a motorized mixer?
- How much water should be added per volume of dry mortar mix?