Description
USM Portland Lime Type N is a mixture of type S lime and portland cement blended to meet ASTM C-270 when mixed with masonry sand. Portland/Lime Type N displays excellent plasticity and bond properties which allows the joint to be tooled easily and efficiently. This ease of tooling also creates a denser mortar joint that is less susceptible to water intrusion and cracking.

Uses
USM Portland Lime Type N is ideal for use on commercial building applications where brick, block, or stone are used. Due to it’s enhanced workability this product is especially geared toward the professional mason. Convenient size bags enable Portland/Lime Type N to be used in an quick, efficient, and productive manner required in today’s commercial building applications. Pre-Blended mortar takes the guesswork out of proportioning, leaving the mason with a consistent, quality product with each mixer batch.

Benefits

• Outstanding workability - smooth spreading ability lends itself to a quality finish.
• Product can be colored during manufacturing for an architecturally pleasing appearance.
• Mortar board life - Type S lime allows extended board life.
• Consistency - Pre blended concept eliminates jobsite problems of inconsistent mortar batches.