Which type of mortar should be used for damp proof courses and cement concrete roads?(a) Lime mortar (1:2)(b) Lime mortar (1:3)(c) Cement mortar (1:2)(d) Lime cinder mortar (1:4)I have been asked this question during an interview.I'm obligated to ask this question of Mortar topic in portion Steel, Timber, Mortar, Plastics, Non-Ferrous Metals and Alloys of Construction & Building Materials

Which type of mortar should be used for damp proof courses and cement

1.	Which type of mortar should be used for damp proof courses and cement concrete roads?(a) Lime mortar (1:2)(b) Lime mortar (1:3)(c) Cement mortar (1:2)(d) Lime cinder mortar (1:4)I have been asked this question during an interview.I'm obligated to ask this question of Mortar topic in portion Steel, Timber, Mortar, Plastics, Non-Ferrous Metals and Alloys of Construction & Building Materials
Answer» Right choice is (c) Cement mortar (1:2) For EXPLANATION I would SAY: For damp proof COURSES and cement concrete ROADS, cement mortar in the RATIO 1:2 should be used. However, for reinforced brickwork, cement mortar of ratio 1:3 is used.

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