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Mortar Break Mortar Deflection

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Spaces between walls and cavity walls create problem areas for water. Without proper drainage, this can lead to major structural damage for a property. Thankfully, there is a solution. The complete Mortar Break® system is a popular cost-competitive way to ensure proper cavity wall drainage. Extensively tested to exceeds industry standards, the Mortar Break® system is ideal for cavity wall drainage in even the most demanding conditions. Plus, it's now more environmentally-friendly than ever. Mortar Break® is now made from 40% recycled materials and qualifies for L.E.E.D. rating system credits. The ideal drainage mat for stucco and other standard masonry, the Mortar Break® system is both cost-effective and high-performing thanks to its innovative porous engineering and high-quality materials. Save money and stay dry—order the Mortar Break® system in several sizes from our trusted suppliers here at Spycor Building Products.

Mortar Break® System Usage Guidelines

  • Mortar Break® is a mortar deflection device used in conjunction with standard masonry cavity walls with a 1" to 1-3/4" wide cavity.
  • Mortar Break II® is to be used in conjunction with standard 2" wide cavity wall construction
NOTE:Any mortar deflection device is only as good as the flashing with which it is installed. The Brick Institute of America states in its technical note #21: "It is suggested that only superior materials be selected for flashing, as its replacement in the event of failure will be exceedingly expensive."

Basic Use
For use at all flashing locations, such as cavity, composite, single wythe and veneer applications (see detail).
The polymer core geomatrix design allows moisture to seep down through any mortar droppings and weep out of the wall through the weep holes.
Mortar Break®, used with properly installed flashing and weep holes along with good mortar application techniques, will ensure the performance of a well-designed masonry wall.

Composition
Mortar Break® is a polymer core geomatrix composed of polypropylene strands woven into a .80" thick mesh. It is resistant to acid and alkali present in fresh mortar mix and is non-absorbent.

Dimension & Weight
Core Weight: 21.3 oz/yd2
Thickness: .80 inches
Width: 10.0 inches
Roll Length: 50.0 feet
Roll Gross Weight: 6.0 lbs.
Size: 10" x 50' roll or 13" x 50' roll
Special sizes available on request.

Installation:
Install Mortar Break® by placing the strips horizontally at all flashing locations. Place diagonally on top of the flashing to ensure that the mortar droppings are broken up and deflected away from the weep holes (see detail). Mechanical attachment is not required.

Short Form Specs
The weep hole drainage element in the cavity wall shall be Mortar Break® polymer core geomatrix composed of nylon strands woven into a .80" thick mesh, as manufactured by Advanced Building Products, Inc., tel: 800-252-2306. The product shall be installed in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations.

Tensile Properties: ASTM D5035

Size: 10" x 50' roll or 13" x 50' roll
Special sizes available on request.
Product CodeNameOur PriceQty
Product Code:MB10Mortar Break Cavity Wall Drainage 0.8" X 10" X 50' (4/bx) (4 Box Minimum)Our Price:$240.00
Product Code:MB13Mortar Break Cavity Wall Drainage 0.8" X 13" X 50' (3/bx) (4 Box Minimum)Our Price:$240.00
Product Code:MB16Mortar Break Cavity Wall Drainage 0.8" X 16" X 50' (2/bx) (4 Box Minimum)Our Price:$250.60
Product Code:MBIIMortar Break Cavity Wall Drainage II 1.5" X 10" X 35' (4/bx)Our Price:$221.20
Product Code:MB20Mortar Break Cavity Wall Drainage 0.8" X 20" X 50' (2/bx) (4 Box Minimum)Our Price:$249.90
Product Code:MB39Mortar Break Cavity Wall Drainage 0.8" X 39" X 50' (1/bx) (4 Box Minimum)Our Price:$227.50

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Afshan Salazar Crossroads BrickYard from Victoria, TX United States
March 13, 2020
Worry Free Order
Easy ordering, easy payment, and delivery within a reasonable time. My Sales Rep. emailed me to check about my delivery. My customers like the product.
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