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PRODUCT USE:QUIKRETE® PRONTO MIX is a construction grade mortar mix designed for laying brick, concrete masonry units and stone. QUIKRETE® PRONTO MIX is a pre-blended, sanded product. The standard formulation meets ASTM C 270 and C 1714 for Type N mortar. *YIELD : Each 80 lb (36.2 kg) bag of QUIKRETE® PRONTO MIX will lay up to 37 standard bricks or 13 standard(8 in x 8 in x 16 in [200 mm x 200 mm x 405 mm])blocks TECHNICAL DATA:APPLICABLE STANDARDS: ASTM International •ASTM C 270 Specification for Mortar for Unit Masonry•ASTM C 1714 Specification for Preblended Dry Mortar Mix for Unit Masonry *PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:QUIKRETE® PRONTO MIX meets or exceeds the property requirements of ASTM C 270 and ASTM C 1714 for the type selected. Refer to Appendix XI of ASTM C 270 for guidance in selecting the proper mortar type. INSTALLATION: *Apply a full bed of mortar onto the base, approximately1/2 in to 3/4 in (13 mm to 19 mm) thick•Push downward into the mortar bed and sideways against the previously laid block with a slight twisting motion•Tool the mortar joints when they become thumbprint hard. This will make the mortar joint watertight and provide a neat appearance *CURING:Curing of masonry mortars is required only if conditions are very hot, dry or windy. In such cases, a gentle mist of water applied to the surface will prevent premature drying and improve the strength of the mortar.PRECAUTIONS:Variations in mix water amount, mix time, curing conditions and finishing will cause color variations.

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