Sand is the most abundant ingredient in the mix. The powdered cement and lime are the glue that holds the sand together and allows the mortar to bond to each brick (or concrete block, stone or other ...

Chaska brick is our town’s pride and joy. Homes, businesses and churches constructed from the locally produced cream-colored brick can be found throughout the metro area. “The beauty of the ...

Standard mortar is a combination of three ingredients: sand; powdered Portland cement, lime and some other ingredients; and water. Sand is the most abundant ingredient in the mix. The powdered cement ...