Cement-free mortar

Is cement-free mortar any good? I want a sustainable build but not at the expense of strength and durability.

Asked by Harry on 12th Dec 2022
Expert Trade Answers
"I wouldn’t recommend using cement free motar. I would use a specific type but would definitely used cement"
Answered on 31st Aug 2024 - Member since Aug 2024 - report
"I wouldn't recommend cement free mortar use a certain type but definitely use cement"
Answered on 23rd Aug 2024 - Member since May 2020 - report
"Hi there
The only other option of mortar in Lime mortar which is what people used before cement was invented, its white and a little bit flexible, so you don't get as many cracks in the wall because it can move slightly. Lime is actually more money than cement."
Answered on 12th Dec 2022 - Member since Jan 2022 - report
"I would not recommend it mortar is to make the brick / block strengthen the materials for what ever use so there for I would not recommend"
Answered on 12th Dec 2022 - Member since Dec 2022 - report
"I would not recommend cement free mortar, you should always use cement"
Answered on 28th Sep 2024 - Member since Jun 2023 - report
"You need a lime sand mortar, it takes longer to dry and needs protection from sun, heat and rain, lime mortar breaths and let's moisture escape."
Answered on 12th Dec 2022 - Member since Apr 2021 - report
"If you are meaning lime based mortar then yes, it is good."
Answered on 12th Dec 2022 - Member since Nov 2019 - report
"No it’s not good we recommend you pls wait more instead of use cheap"
Answered on 12th Dec 2022 - Member since Aug 2022 - report
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