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    Apr 29, 2009, 01:53 PM
    Foundation mortar
    What type of mortar should be used with concrete blocks for a one story house?
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    Apr 29, 2009, 02:22 PM

    Type N is recommended for most jobs and should be fine for what you are doing.
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