Very nice Roger. So it would appear the sand in Quebec takes on less water while the sand in Nova Scotia needs a tad more water. Why is that? Did some one just not bake the sample as long? Glacial deposited sand, it hasn't been worn down by the ages.

There are many who think the old ways are not as good as modern methods. It must be a mind set. They both have their +'s and -'s, it is our job to select the proper technique for the job at hand. Historic work should reuse the traditional methods and materials. There are always exceptions.

Tim