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That old mason at the supply yard told me to wet my bricks before laying them on a hot day
He said it stops the mortar from drying too fast and cracking. Has anyone else actually tried this or was he just messing with me?
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grace5653d ago
That old timer wasn't messing with you at all, it's legit. Helps the mortar hold its moisture and bond better when it's blazing out. Just don't soak them, a quick spray is plenty or they'll float around on you.
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noahward3d ago
Huh, I actually gotta respectfully disagree. I've laid a ton of brick on hot days and never wet them, always comes out fine if you work fast and keep the mortar from sitting in the sun.
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