Masonry Magazine July 2012 Page. 3

Masonry Magazine July 2012 Page. 3

Masonry Magazine July 2012 Page. 3
POLYMER MODIFIED STONE VENEER MORTAR (PMSVM)

SPEC MIX STONE VENEER POLYMER MODIFIED MORTAR

Ultimate Bond. Non Sagging

SPEC MIX POLYMER MODIFIED STONE VENEER MORTAR (PMSVM)

SPEC MIX® Polymer Modified Stone Veneer Mortar (PMSVM) is a technologically advanced veneer mortar for bonding adhered manufactured stone veneer, natural thin cut stone and thin brick. PMSVM is engineered and rigorously tested to meet the requirements of ASTM C 270 and ASTM C 1714 including ANSI 118.4 (F-5.1.5) and ACI 530 shear bond standards. For excellent workability, sag resistance and high bond strength to eliminate "pop-offs," SPEC MIX PMSVM is the mason contractor's solution to installing adhered veneer for maximum durability and productivity.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

| Sheer Bond Standard | Minimum Requirement |
| ----------- | ----------- |
| ACI 530 (6.3.2.4) 28 Day Shear Bond | 50 PSI |
| ANSI 118.4 (F-5.1.5) 28 Day Shear Bond | 300 PSI |

APPROXIMATE COVERAGE RATES PER 80 LB. BAG

| | Dry Stack | Jointed |
| ----------- | ----------- | ----------- |
| Full Installation | 13-15Sq. Ft. | 10-12 Sq. FL |
| 3/8" Scratch Coat | 21-23 Sq. Ft | 21-23 Sq. Ft. |
| 1/2" Scratch Coat | 17-19 Sq. FL | 17-19 Sq. Ft. |
| Bond Coat | 30-32 Sq. Ft. | 35-37 Sq. Ft. |
| Joint Grout (1/2" Joints) | N/A | 38-40 Sq. FL. |

AVAILABLE IN COLOR COLORED PMSVM

Colored Polymer Modified Stone Veneer Mortar (PMSVM) is easily achieved through the SPEC MIX preblended approach perfected for over 20 years. SPEC MIX colored PMSVM uniformity starts with sourcing high quality, stable pigments and then preblending them into the formula to ensure color consistency throughout the project.

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APPROXIMATE COVERAGE RATES PER 3,000 LB. BAG

| | Dry Stack | Jointed |
| ----------- | ----------- | ----------- |
| Full Installation | 495-550 Sq. FL | 485-560 Sq. FL |
| 3/8" Scratch Coat | 700-850 Sq. Ft. | 780-860 Sq. Ft. |
| 1/2" Scratch Coat | 645-705 Sq. Ft | 635-715 Sq. FL |
| Bond Coat | 900-975 Sq. Ft | 900-975 Sq. Ft |
| Joint Grout (1/2" Joints) | N/A | 1,425-1,500 Sq. Ft. |

Note: The Fields given above are approximate and depend on labor practices, site conditions and design of work. Yields include typical waste. Please contact your local representative for more specific yield information in your areas

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