Oct 31, 2016 · I ripped old carpet and linoleum and going to put tile down on a concrete slab. Can I safely spread thinset over the old linoleum glue. We have the linoleum and paper up, but …

Apr 24, 2006 · Bricks, Masonry, Cinder Block, Paving & Walking Stones, Asphalt and Concrete - Sticky Mortar - Starting a big cultured stone project next week and was wondering if there is …

Nov 25, 2012 · Mortar is not meant to be used as a skim coat. I suspect, too much sand in the areas that flaked. Brush off with a wire brush any loose mortar. Apply a cement based …

May 31, 2015 · Sure, the silicone caulk will bond to concrete backer very well, it'l stick to most things. Not so much the other way though. For example most paints and many adhesive don't …

Aug 28, 2004 · It would be possible to use mortar (for looks) and liquid nails to adhere the brick to the brown insulating board (located behind the bricks-don't know what its called). Do you think …

May 16, 2010 · Whatever you do, don't try to use cement plaster or gypsum plaster without a bonding agent, unless you lath it first.

Dec 22, 2010 · To spread the mortar onto the concrete you will use a trowel. When you spread the mortar onto the concrete, hold the trowel on a 45-degree angle and only spread enough …

Sep 15, 2006 · Mix it a little runny and use a stick to jab into the concrete as you fill the cores to ensure that there are no voids. I prefer a latex modified thinset to stick the stones, and a type …

Sep 13, 2009 · Three options: (1)Can I mortar the concrete cinder blocks on top of the asphalt driveway without the water seeping thru to mortar? OR (2) should I go ahead and cut into the …

Apr 19, 2009 · Schluter says to use unmodified mortar, which does not need to dry (rather it cures when moist, like concrete) between the ditra and the tile.

May 26, 2000 · You can build the stud wall as per normal, pre-drive the concrete nails. Good quick, glue beads, raised in place and set. Have to pay attention to your glue set time. Maybe …

Sep 20, 2020 · The mortar dust should stick to the adhesive and change the color to match the mortar. When the filler/adhesive is MOSTLY dry, you can pat the mortar dust direction onto the …

Dec 28, 2010 · However i found that this morning the cultured stone blocks did not "stick" very well to the backer. i could pull most of them off with my hands. Any idea what went wrong and …

Apr 16, 2017 · The concrete pour is about 4 inch deep with pattern stamped, cut was about 1 inch deep. Last week we found a thin but very long crack right in front of the doorstep. The crack …

Jul 24, 2010 · Repairing concrete block wall mortar joints requires little time and few tools giving opportunity for beginners and seasoned DIY’ers to effect this repair. Please note that this …

May 10, 2002 · The concrete contractor who did my new driveway a few years ago says you can mix concrete in the hole when pouring footings. Start with water in the hole , then mix in the …

Aug 11, 2010 · If cement is not waterproofed, it can cause issues with the mortar used between the tiles. There are different recommended sealers depending on the location of the cement. …

Sep 18, 2014 · 1. Should I pour the concrete into the hole first and then stick in the post? One website recommends this as it will get some concrete in the post and also make it easier to …