Workrite® colored masonry cement provides durable, integral color for brick, block and stone projects. Formulated using Portland cement, iron oxide pigments, limestone and carefully chosen supplementary materials, each formulation provides consistent, high-quality results that meet or exceed ASTM requirements.
Mixed with sand and water to create colored masonry mortar, our cement delivers consistent color from batch to batch — eliminating the variability and waste associated with field mixing separate pigments. Available in over 60 colors, Workrite® offers the precision and consistency required for commercial and architectural masonry projects.
Proper mortar color selection is critical in delivering the proper appearance to a structure. We offer 60 standard colors to meet most any project need. For your convenience, we stock 16 colors below in Type N and Type S Masonry Cement for fast delivery.
Still can’t find the right color? Reach out to our sales staff to learn about formulating a custom color.
The colors shown are as accurate as possible. However, because computer monitors can vary in color calibration, we recommend obtaining physical samples of the selected color(s) prior to finalizing your specification
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Selecting the appropriate cement type ensures structural integrity and compliance with project specifications. Workrite® provides three formulations to meet varying load and application requirements.
Designed for above-grade, non-structural applications, Type N masonry cement provides normal-strength mortar for general masonry work.
Applications include:
Exterior veneers: Laying brick or stone on the outside of a wood-frame house or building where the masonry is not holding up the roof.
Chimneys: Constructing the portion of a chimney that is above the roof.
Interior walls: Building non-structural or decorative walls inside a home or building.
Parapet walls: Creating low protective walls along the edge of a roof, balcony or bridge.
General masonry repair: Tuckpointing and repairing existing aboveground structures.
Stucco: Base coat component in traditional three-coat stucco and parging systems.
Engineered for medium-to-high strength requirements, Type S masonry cement offers superior bond strength for structural and below-grade applications.
Applications include:
Below-grade foundations: Building masonry foundations in direct contact with earth.
Retaining walls: Constructing walls designed to hold back soil and resist lateral pressure.
Below-grade masonry: Brick or blockwork below ground level, including basement walls.
Load-bearing walls: Exterior or interior walls supporting structural loads.
Sewers and manholes: Building underground drainage and utility access points.
Patios and walkways: Laying pavers or bricks for ground-level surfaces that need to withstand traffic and weather.
Our highest-strength formulation, Type M is engineered for heavy-load applications and below-grade construction requiring maximum compressive strength. Available by custom order to meet specialized project demands.
Workrite® colored masonry cement is available in over 60 colors, enabling precise matching to project specifications. From white masonry cement to rich earth tones and custom shades, our pre-blended colored masonry cement eliminates on-site mixing errors and guarantees consistency from batch to batch.
Our 16 most popular and versatile colored masonry cement varieties are stocked in both Type N and Type S for immediate availability. Beyond our extensive standard palette, we can also formulate bespoke colors to meet exacting project requirements.
To ensure confident material selection, we recommend that you order a sample to evaluate texture, color and performance characteristics.
Workrite® delivers the technical precision and quality control required for demanding commercial and architectural projects:
ASTM-compliant formulations: All products meet or exceed ASTM standards, ensuring structural compliance and inspection approval.
Consistent quality control: Laboratory-controlled production and premium ingredients deliver superior workability, durability and color permanence.
Access detailed product specifications, technical resources and compliance documentation to support your project requirements. Find a local dealer, call us at 717-792-4700 or contact us online for assistance.
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