In today’s landscape business, retaining walls and special features are very important. However, it takes special skill to build these structures and installing mortar can create several unique problems. There may be an answer to many situations concerning mortar applications, and special landscape adhesive may contain the answers you seek.
As technology advances, better adhesives and sealants are being produced. In fact, some of these sealants can create an excellent waterproof bond on the most difficult of surfaces like bricks and stones. Also, modern landscape adhesive products can also be used on concrete block walls with excellent results.
Recent tests on landscape adhesives have been very encouraging. In fact, some products produced bonding strength nearly six times the requirements for local building codes. When small-scale experiments were carried out on test walls built with landscape adhesive, failure was in the blocks or bricks and not within the seams bonded by the adhesive. So in essence, the adhesive bond was stronger than the blocks.
Benefits of Landscape Adhesive over Mortar
If you decide to go with a high quality and trusted adhesive, you will notice a wide range of advantages over mortar. For example:
* Time – it can take the time to mix up mortar and then it must be applied before it sets up. Also, applying mortar is time-consuming as the bricklayer must be sure every bit of material is covered. If not, the wall or structure will not form a good seal. Landscape adhesive not only bonds permanently, but it also forms an excellent seal which is water tight.
* Maintenance – over the years, mortar may crack, chip or peel. It can become unsightly, and the homeowner may need to touch up the mortar. This does not happen when you choose the right landscape adhesive. It seals and remains flexible.
* Costs – because it takes less time to install, you can save a great deal on hourly wages. In fact, using a good adhesive can drastically cut the time it takes for installation. This can lower the time it takes to complete a project, and if you finish a day or so early, this is more time you can spend on the next project.
Choosing the Best Landscape Adhesive
As you check out adhesive products, make sure to go with a trusted name in the industry. Also, look for products which have been tested against the competition and provide maximum waterproofing. Moisture is one of your worst enemies when it comes to building outdoor structures.
