Masonry Buildings

Do you know why choosing the right mortar for your project is so important?

Among the negative effects resulting from a poor choice of mortar in restoration or new construction, poor water management in the masonry system will be a major problem.

This deficient water management is one of the most frequent causes of deterioration of mortar joints, not to mention the damage caused to the masonry elements and the fixation system, which once corroded will end up causing even greater problems. That's why choosing the right mortar is so important!

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How can you make sure you are using the appropriate mortar?

Before specifying a mortar type in a quote, it is essential to make sure it's best suited to the building, to ensure the longevity of the materials and masonry system in place.

At Sika Canada, we strongly believe in sharing knowledge and if you want to learn more about our solutions, techniques, and best practices, don’t hesitate to contact us. We will be more than happy to provide you with a detailed guide for mortar and grout selection, suitable for both new construction and building restoration.

Did you know that similar to Quebec’s Bill 122, many municipalities across Canada requires facade inspection of above ground buildings of 5 stories or more, as well as parking structures and roofs?

Its purpose is to ensure that these buildings do not present dangerous conditions that could compromise public safety.

Selection Guide for Mortars and Grouts for Modern Masonry Units (CSA A 179-14, table A.1)
Application	Application Building Segment	Recommended Mortar type	King® Product
Exterior, Above Ground	Load-bearing walls requiring high compressive strength	S	King® 2-1-9
	Load-bearing walls requiring low compressive strength	N	King® 1-1-6
	Non-load-bearing walls	N	King® 1-1-6
	Parapets walls and masonry exposed to a high level of saturation such as chimneys and free-standing exterior walls	S	King® 2-1-9
Exterior at/or Below Groud Level	Foundation walls, retaining walls, man-holes, sewers, pavement, walks, patios	S	King® 2-1-9
Interior	Load-bearing walls requiring high compresssive strength	S	King® 2-1-9 King® Block
	Load-bearing walls requiring low compressive strength	N	King® 1-1-6 King® MasonGO 100
	Non-load-bearing walls	N	King ®1-1-6 King® MasonGO 100

What information is provided in our mortar and grout selection guide?

In this table, you will find an example of the information contained in our guide. You will also find other information that can certainly help you make the best choice for your quotation, including information about building restoration. If needed, our experts are always available to visit your job site.

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Why trust Sika?

Unrivalled expertise

Our loyal customers choose us because of our representatives' expertise and their ability to work closely with architects to meet their exact specifications. Our team offers ongoing training and conference lunches to assist you in your projects.
Products that can contribute to LEEDv4/4.1 credits

We are very proud to be the first in Canada to offer masonry products that can contribute to LEEDv4/4.1 credits. We have the necessary documentation to support your LEED projects: Environmental Product Declarations, Manufacturer Inventory Certificates, and much more.
High quality products that are tested on site

Our mortars are factory-prepared and bagged, reducing on-site mixing time, and ensuring the right proportions and homogeneous mixing throughout the job. This means total peace of mind for your masonry projects.
Specialized products to suit your needs

We customize our products, combining various sands and binders to meet your building needs. In the laboratory, our experts precisely reproduce the desired shades using top-quality pigments.