Laying sandstone flags - Should flags be dampened?

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mike h
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Post: # 8148Post mike h

Hi
I am about to lay some local peak gritstone flags onto a 9:1 grit sand:cement mix with 10-12 mm mortared joints and wondered whether I should dampen them before laying and/or before pointing. I've read a little on the site about 'thirsty' flags and it made me wonder.
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Tony McC
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Post: # 8161Post Tony McC

If the bedding is just moist or semi-dry, then there's nowt to be gained by wetting the flags.
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mike h
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Post: # 8166Post mike h

Thanks for the prompt reply:)
Excellent site by the way.
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