Title:
Comparison of Latex-Modified Portland Cement Mortars
Author(s):
D. Gerry Walters
Publication:
Materials Journal
Volume:
87
Issue:
4
Appears on pages(s):
371-377
Keywords:
acid resistance; acrylic resins; adhesion; carbonation; chlorides; freeze-thaw durability; latex; mortars (material); permeability; plastics, polymers, and resins; polyvinyl acetate; vinyl acetate; styrene; styrene-butadiene resins; weathering; Materials
DOI:
10.14359/2100
Date:
7/1/1990
Abstract:
Compares the properties of latex-modified portland-cement mortars made using five different types of latex that are commonly used as admixtures for portland cement mixes. Selected colloidal and polymeric properties of the latexes are described. The latex-modified mortars are compared for water-cement ratio, permeability, adhesion, compressive strength, flexural strength, weathering resistance, freeze-thaw resistance, acid resistance, and carbonation resistance. The results are discussed and recommended applications for the various latex types for modifying mortars are suggested.