Fast-setting natural cement mortar for marine masonry above and below the waterline (incl. tidal/scour zones).
What it is
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Dry, ready-mixed blend of Prompt Natural Cement and selected natural sands—no Portland cement, no synthetic polymers, no lime (so no carbonation required).
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Low–medium strength natural cement mortar; lowest strength within the P-series, engineered to balance early set with substrate sympathy.
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Technical behaviour broadly comparable to an NHL 5 mortar but with higher compressive strength and lower capillary water absorption.
Where it excels
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Tidal, splash and submerged zones in fresh or saltwater where rapid set reduces washout and scouring risk.
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Projects demanding cement-free (OPC-free) durability and natural sulphate resistance inherent to PNC chemistry.
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Conservation/renovation where a moderate, not brittle strength is appropriate for mixed historic masonry.
Performance at a glance
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Working/open time: ~55 minutes at 17 °C (ambient & suction dependent).
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Set: Speedy initial set to resist tidal action; progression to service strength with proper curing.
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Shrinkage risk: Minimised relative to many rapid-set systems.
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Colour: Natural tan, pigment-free (tone varies with curing and exposure).
Compare:
• Need a fast-set with NHL binder? See Roundtower Marine LP6 / LP8.
• Need natural cement-free, slower set above water? See Roundtower Marine L4.
Coverage & yield
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25 kg → Approx14.5 L fresh mortar.
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Approx. 1.5 m² of joint at 10 mm depth (actual yield varies with joint width/depth and substrate texture).
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On-site trials recommended to confirm consumption.
Application essentials
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Prep: Rake out to sound arrises; remove salts/bio-growth; pre-dampen.
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Mix: Add clean water gradually to a cohesive, plastic consistency; do not over-water.
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Place/Finish: Compact fully; finish as the mortar firms.
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Curing & protection: Shield from frost, rain, direct sun, drying winds and washout through initial set; continue gentle curing.
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Temperature window: +5 °C to +30 °C (consider wind-chill/radiant heat). Avoid if freezing is forecast during early cure.