Offwhite mortar - Mortar

[rks]

Can anyone tell what i need to make off white creamy coloured mortar to match existing used on decorative blocks i have in the garden please . thanks

[lutonlagerlout]

lime
1 part cement
1 part lime
4 parts sand

this would be hydrated lime

cheers LLL

[rks]

Thanks would i not need any colourant ? And i use building sand ?

[r896neo]

The colour of the mortar will be determined largely by the sand colour. Using a white sand will give a better lighter mortar.

If it was me i would use white cement and a light yellow building sand.

Do a few test batches.

[lutonlagerlout]

sorry I should have said,the building sand down here is a very light yellow,in some areas it is a lot redder
LLL

[rks]

thanks