SGS CONCENTRATED MORTAR COLORS • A, H, & X SERIES

MORTAR COLORS

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 SGS CONCENTRATED MORTAR COLORS • A, H, & X SERIES
MORTAR COLORS
“A” Series Color

10A

20A

22A

25A

30A

EASY-TO-USE COLORS FOR 32A

UNCOMPROMISING SPECIFIERS
SGS Concentrated Mortar Colors have set the architectural and 33A
masonry standard for decades. Our innovative formulas, consistent
coloring and depth of color choices enhance the beauty and value of
35A
brick, stone, and colored concrete block.
All mortar colors are shipped in proportioned packages which have
been accurately pre-weighed and measured, making work at the job 37A
site faster and easier. Each individual package is designated as one
(1) color unit. It doesn’t get much easier. 40A
The mortar colors shown are achieved by the addition of one color
unit to one bag of prepared masonry cement or weight equivalent
41A
of Portland and lime mortars. Shade variations can occur due to
printing limitations, difference in local cements, sand, mix design and
workmanship. (See table on back cover.) 44A

45A

50A

70A

80A
MORTAR WITHOUT COLOR WITH SGS #45A MORTAR COLOR
85A
Color chips on these pages represent shades of “A,” “H,” and “X” Series
SGS Concentrated Mortar Colors obtained when used with light gray masonry cement
and light tan builder’s sand.
94A

*It is recommended that mortar colored with 97A, H & X pigment be either 97A*
sealed as soon as possible after curing or be used indoors.

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 SGS CONCENTRATED MORTAR COLORS • A, H, & X SERIES
MORTAR COLORS
“H” Series Color “X” Series Color

10H 10X

20H 20X

22H 22X

25H 25X

30H 30X

32H 32X

33H 33X

35H 35X

37H 37X

40H 40X

41H 41X

44H 44X

45H 45X

50H 50X

70H 70X

80H 80X

85H 85X

94H 94X

97H* 97X*

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 SGS CONCENTRATED MORTAR COLORS • A, H, & X SERIES
MORTAR COLORS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION DATA
BASIC USE SPECIFICATION PROCEDURES MIXING PROCEDURES
Solomon Colors A, H, & X Series Concentrated Mortar As detailed in the table, select the proper ASTM C-270 Mortar shall be mixed in a power mixer for a minimum of
Colors are pure mineral pigments designed to be used masonry mix design of Type N, S, M or O compressive five (5) minutes or until a uniform color is obtained. Any
with all cementitious material, whether it may be type N, strength for the masonry unit construction. Then, depending change in proportioning the amount of color-to-cement and/
S, M or O strength masonry cement or Portland and lime upon the masonry mix design, select the appropriate SGS or the type of cement, sand or water content can result in a
mixtures. The pre-measured unit concept of SGS mortar color and specify the number of units to be added to the variation of color tone in the finished work. DO NOT load the
colors provides uniform color control with the cost-saving mortar mix. mixer beyond its recommended capacity. Overloading will
flexibility of utilizing local masonry and/or Portland and lime reduce mixing efficiency. Request SGS Tech-Data Masonry
cements to achieve the proper strength and mix design for PACKAGING Mortar 04060 data sheets for complete mixing instructions.
brick, block, stucco or stone unit construction. Since 18-20% All SGS Concentrated Mortar Colors are packaged in sealed
of the visual surface of the average brick wall is mortar, the unit bags. The “A” Series contains 6 units, “H” Series 12 AVAILABILITY
proper selection and use of an appropriate mortar color will units, and “X” Series contains 18 color unit bags per case. SGS colors are readily available from stocks carried by an
dramatically enhance the visual impact and beauty of the Each case contains enough color to lay approximately extensive network of building material dealers throughout
masonry wall. 900 (“A”), 1800 (“H”), and 2700 (“X”) standard-size bricks the United States and Canada. Solomon Colors, Inc. dealers
respectively, using a 3/8” (9.5 mm) mortar joint. Each unit are also backed by reliable 24-hour factory services in
COMPOSITION & MATERIALS bag is clearly identified with color name, number, weight, processing and shipping of orders. Solomon Colors, Inc.
SGS colors are products of pure natural and/or synthetic plus complete mixing instructions. has local sales representatives covering each state within
iron oxides which are finely milled (95-99% minus 325 the continental United States. For names of local dealers,
mesh particle size) and blended under strict quality control COLOR RANGE distributors and sales representatives, contact Solomon
procedures producing uniform and consistently strong SGS offers a wide color spectrum with A, H & X Series Colors, Inc. at (217) 522-3112 or (800) 624-0261.
tinting strength for maximum coloring power. Each SGS Mortar Colors. This offers precise color tones that are
color exceeds the requirements set forth by ASTM C-979 needed to complement or accentuate the broad range of COST
“Pigments for Integrally Colored Concrete.” SGS colors are color shades found in brick, stone or colored block. Our color Retail costs for SGS colors are established by stocking or
inert, stable to atmospheric conditions, sunfast, weather laboratory is available at no charge to match existing colored distributing building material dealers. Costs are influenced by
resistant, alkali resistant, water insoluble, lime proof, non- mortar, develop special color tones or to provide expert color the individual color and shade desired.
bleeding natural and synthetic iron oxides, free of deleterious assistance to solve your individual color needs.
fillers and extenders. LIMIT OF WARRANTY & LIABILITY
Solomon Colors, Inc. warrants their product conforms to the
description and standards stated on the product packaging
and specific product literature. If properly mixed and applied,
Appropriate number of SGS Color Units Solomon Colors, Inc. warrants the Concentrated Mortar
ASTM C270 SPECIFICATION for MORTAR to be added with mortar mix
Unit Masonry C270 includes the following mortars: Color to be uniform, lime proof and sunfast. The exclusive
“A” Series Color “H” Series Color “X” Series Color remedy of the user or buyer and the limit of liability of this
company shall be the purchase price paid by the user or
Prepared masonry cements, ASTM C91, Types N, S or M: One A Unit One H Unit One X Unit buyer for the quantity of the SGS product involved.
One 70-80 lb (32-36 kg) bag masonry cement ASTM C91
Type 1: 3 cu ft (.08 m3) sand, STM C144 MASONRY CLEANING
In the event cleaning is required to remove masonry
Portland cement/lime mortars, Type N, 750 psi (5168 kPa): Two A Units Two H Units Two X Units stains and efflorescence, the cleaning operation should be
One 94 lb (43 kg) bag Portland cement, ASTM C150; undertaken after the colored mortar has sufficiently cured,
One 50 lb. (23 kg) bag hydrated lime, ASTM C207; generally 7-14 days after the masonry installation. Avoid
6 cu ft (.17 m3) sand, ASTM C144 using hydrochloric (muriatic) acid. Use a commercially
Preblended masonry cement & sand, ASTM C91, Types N or S: One A Unit One H Unit One X Unit prepared “proprietary masonry cleaner” following the
Four 80 lb. (36 kg) bags masonry cement ASTM C91, directions for the weakest solution recommended by the
sand ASTM C144 manufacturer. Request SGS Tech-Data Masonry Mortar
04060 data sheets for complete cleaning instructions.
Preblended Portland cement/lime & sand, Types N or S: One A Unit One H Unit One X Unit
Four 80 lb. (36 kg) bags Portland cement ASTM C150; SAMPLES
hydrated lime, ASTM C207; & sand, ASTM C144 Color pigment samples are available for constructing job site
mock-up panels. Contact your local Solomon Colors, Inc.
Portland cement/lime mortars, Type S, 1800 psi (12,400 kPa): Three A Units Three H Units Three X Units building materials dealer, or Solomon Colors, Inc. direct at
Two 94 lb (43 kg) bags Portland cement, ASTM C150; (217) 522-3112 or (800) 624-0261.
One 50 lb. (23 kg) bag hydrated lime, ASTM C207;
9 cu ft (.25 m3) sand, ASTM C144; or SGS MORTAR COLOR KIT & CATALOG
Portland cement/lime mortars, Type S, 1800 psi (12,400 kPa): Three A Units Three H Units Three X Units Samples of our standard mortar colors are available in
One 94 lb (43 kg) bag Portland cement, ASTM C150; convenient mortar color channels. Each channel is a
Two 70 lb. (32 kg) bags masonry cement Type 1, ASTM C91; representation of the color units mixed with light gray
9 cu ft (.25 m3) sand, ASTM C144 prepared masonry cement plus a light tan builder’s sand and
water. The mortar color kit and architectural products binder
Portland cement/lime mortars, Type M, 2500 psi (17,225 kPa): Three A Units Three H Units Three X Units contains complete specification and technical information
Two 94 lb (43 kg) bags Portland cement, ASTM C150; covering the complete line of SGS mortar and concrete
25 lbs. (11 kg) hydrated lime, ASTM C207; colors. Available upon request.
6 cu ft (.17 m3) sand, ASTM C144
Portland cement/lime mortars, Type M, 2500 psi (17,225 kPa): Two A Units Two H Units Two X Units
One 94 lb (43 kg) bag Portland cement, ASTM C150;
One 70 lb. (32 kg) bag masonry cement Type 1, ASTM C91;
6 cu ft (.17 m3) sand, ASTM C144
Portland cement/lime mortars, Type O, 350 psi (2412 kPa): Three A Units Three H Units Three X Units
One 94 lb (43 kg) bag Portland cement, ASTM C150;
Two 50 lb. (23 kg) bags hydrated lime, ASTM C207;
9 cu ft (.25 m3) sand, ASTM C144

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