Mortar mix

Discussion in 'Builders' Talk' started by busterboy1, Aug 26, 2014.

  1. busterboy1

    busterboy1 New Member

    I have a channel in the driveway. About 7 foot long x 6 inches x 6 inches deep.
    What mix should I use to fill it ?
    Thanks in advance,
    Cheers.
     
    busterboy1, Aug 26, 2014
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  2. Phil the Paver

    Phil the Paver Screwfix Select

    If using all in ballast, then a 5.1 mix will do.
     
    Phil the Paver, Aug 26, 2014
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  3. busterboy1

    busterboy1 New Member

    Thanks for the reply Phil.
    I am an amateur.
    What do you mean by 'all in ballast' ?
     
    busterboy1, Aug 27, 2014
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  4. cardigansand

    cardigansand New Member

    Hi busterboy1.. A ballast is an all in blend of sand and gravel aggregate in a range of sizes (therefore having particles ranging from fine sand through to 10mm/20mm gravel) which requires only the addition of cement and water for the production of concrete. Hope that helps?
     
    cardigansand, Aug 27, 2014
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  5. busterboy1

    busterboy1 New Member

    Thanks cardigan.
    I understand now.
    Cheers
     
    busterboy1, Aug 28, 2014
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  6. C Windsor General Builder

    C Windsor General Builder Active Member

    What those lads said
     
    C Windsor General Builder, Aug 28, 2014
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  7. Mr. Handyandy

    Mr. Handyandy Screwfix Select

    It might also help to know why you have a channel in your driveway. Concrete may not be the best thing to fill it with!

    Mr. HandyAndy - Really
     
    Mr. Handyandy, Aug 28, 2014
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