Unpopular opinion: I tried a fast-setting mortar on a patio in Florida humidity and it was a disaster

Honestly, it started going off in the bucket after 20 minutes and I had to scrap a whole batch. Anyone else have a go-to mix for hot, wet climates?

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3 Comments

thomas_campbell1mo ago

People forget the water temperature matters as much as the air. Using cool water from a hose in the shade can buy you crucial extra working time before the chemical reaction kicks off. It's a simple trick that often gets overlooked.

jessicahill1mo ago

Honestly how much difference can a few degrees really make? Seems like overthinking it for most jobs. Unless you're mixing a huge batch in direct sun, it probably doesn't matter. Most stuff sets up fast anyway, cool water or not. Just feels like one of those tips that sounds smart but has a tiny real effect.

river18310d ago

I thought that too until a summer job where cool water saved a whole batch.