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    What is the best additive to put in the water to mix into the mortar to repair damp walls?



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    Postby neald » Mon Mar 07, 2011 6:37 am

    i have had a damp problem in my living room which has now had a new damp course,i have taken all the plaster off the wall down to the brick,what is the best additive to put in the water to mix into the mortar that i am going to repair the wall with? thanks neald
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    Postby welsh brickie » Mon Mar 07, 2011 7:37 pm

    I would use limelight plaster no waterproof admix needed or required.It comes in bags just add water.
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