Reconstec 900 - Repointing

Mixing Strength With Satisfaction

Repointing mortar for sandstone, limestone, granite and brick. SURFACE PREPARATION Remove impurities, deteriorated mortar and any other bond inhibiting DESCRIPTION materials from surface. The joints must be depleted to a depth of at least Reconstec 900 is a specially formulated mortar for repointing natural stone 1 cm (½ inch) - preferably 2 cm (¾ inch). mortar joints. It is recommended to restore joints at ground level and above ground and where de-icing salts are used during the winter. It is made of MIXING a special hydraulic cement, silica sand, river washed sand and mineral The mixing ratio is approximately 5 parts powder to 1 part water. Use clean additives. Without bonding agent or polymer integrated. container. Pour water into mixing container. The mixing may be done by hand or using a slow speed drill (300-450 rpm) with a mixing paddle. The mortar ADVANTAGES should be the consistency of damp sand. Do not over water. Do not over-mix. • High water retention (twice than a type S hydrated lime based mortar). Working time is approximately 15 minutes. • No shrinkage (even for the consistency of mortar for laying brick). • Strong bond capability. APPLICATION & FINISHING • No curing. Wet the cleaned joints just before applying the mortar, just enough to • Not a vapor barrier, completely breathable. dampen the surface. Use appropriate pointing tools so that it matches the • Very good freeze-thaw resistance. original joint profile. The mortar should be firmly pressed to form a packed • Easy-to-use. joint without voids. • Pigmented versions available. CLEAN UP TECHNICAL DATA Remove the mortar from tools and mixing equipment with water. Cured Application time: material can only be removed mechanically. Approximately 15 minutes after mixing. Application time is dependent on temperature-it is faster in heat, slower in cool. CAUTION Avoid eye-contact and prolonged contact with skin. May cause irritation to Compressive strength sensitive skin. In case of skin or eye contact, wash thoroughly with water. If ASTM C 109 eye contact, consult nearest doctor. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. 28 day (MPa) Sandstone Limestone granite Note: The contents of this data sheet are updated regularly. To ensure that you have the most 2 to 3 2 to 5 10 to 16 recent version, please visit our website at the following address: www.king-masonry.com

Specific Gravity This product is designed to meet the performance specifications outlined in this product data Sandstone Limestone granite sheet. If the product is used in conditions for which it was not intended, or applied in a manner 1.4 1.6 1.8 contrary to the written recommendations contained in the product data sheet, the product may not reach such performance specifications. The foregoing is in lieu of any other warranties, Coverage representations or conditions, expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, implied linear meter warranties or conditions of merchantable quality or fitness for particular purposes, and those Sandstone Limestone granite arising by statute or otherwise in law or from a course of dealing or usage of trade. 142 125 110 V0213 (10 mm joints at 10 mm deep per 20 kg pail.)

Packaging Plastic pail contains 20 kg (44 lb).

Mixing ratio The mixing ratio is approximately 5 parts powder to 1 part water by volume.

Finishing time Approximately 30 minutes after mixing, depending on temperature, relative humidity and the type of finish desired.

Shelf life 1 year in original, unopened pail.

King packaged materials company 1 800 461-0566 • [email protected] • www.king-masonry.com Mixing Strength With Satisfaction

Reconstec 900 - Repointing

King packaged materials company

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