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cement-mortar vs cement mortar

Both "cement-mortar" and "cement mortar" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Cement-mortar" with a hyphen is typically used when referring to a specific type of mortar made with cement, while "cement mortar" without a hyphen is more commonly used in general discussions about mortar that contains cement.

Last updated: March 30, 2024 • 694 views

cement-mortar

This construction is correct when referring to a specific type of mortar made with cement.

Use "cement-mortar" with a hyphen when you are talking about a particular type of mortar that contains cement.
  • CPA 23.20.13: Refractory cements, mortars, concretes and similar compositions n.e.c.
  • Prepared additives for cements; mortars or concretes
  • to get through the cement and mortar.

Alternatives:

  • cement-based mortar
  • cementitious mortar
  • cement-containing mortar
  • mortar with cement

cement mortar

This construction is correct for general discussions about mortar that contains cement.

Use "cement mortar" without a hyphen when discussing mortar in general that includes cement as one of its components.
  • CPA 23.20.13: Refractory cements, mortars, concretes and similar compositions n.e.c.
  • Prepared additives for cements; mortars or concretes
  • to get through the cement and mortar.
  • for HeidelbergCement: mainly cement, aggregates, ready - mixed concrete, dry mortar;
  • The conveying system and the pipe shall be filled with a medium similar to finishing mortar, the cement being replaced by an admixture, e.g. methyl cellulose.

Alternatives:

  • mortar with cement
  • cement-containing mortar
  • cement-based mortar
  • cementitious mortar

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