Roof Tile Bedding Mix

If an incorrect ratio is used this is the outcome click to enlarge.

Roof tile bedding mix.

It is available as both a natural coloured material and in a wide range of colours and for further information about the remix range of coloured mortars available please contact your local area sales manager. Developed in conjunction with roofing professionals for a reliable and durable product that supports roof applicators product quality guarantees. The correct mix ratio is 3 parts sand to 1 part cement this is much stronger than bricklayers use 5 1 as the cement on the roof must withstand more driving rain than a typical brick wall. The bedding holds the roof tiles in place and the pointing helps create a stronger hold and tighter seal.

Where verge tiles and slates are wet bedded pointing should be completed as soon as possible using the same mix. Remix roof tile bedding mortar is available as both a natural material and also in black and is specifically designed for bedding clay and concrete roof tiles. Loose flaky cement under ridge tiles. Strong cement isn t likely to wash out.

Where plain tiles and slates are used at the. Repointing is the process of replacing the pointing while rebedding is the process of replacing the bedding. Sand mortar complying with the requirements of bs en 998 2 and is supplied in handy 20kg bags. The bedding is typically made of cement mortar which was also commonly used for the pointing.

The mix is a kiln dried pre blended factory produced 1 3 cement.