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    Nov 12, 2006, 05:20 PM
    Brick Walls
    HELLO,
    I recently bought home that has brick foundation what type of mortar can I used so it could look good. Thank you
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    Nov 13, 2006, 12:24 PM
    Type S mortar works well. It dries to a grayish color. It should blend well with the existing mortar.
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