Over time your masonry structure will get dirty. Whether it is growing mold or vegetation, in a polluted area where it takes on a blackish hue, gets covered with dirt or mud, exudes white runoff down its face, etc, masonry structures need to be kept up to date with a spring cleaning so to speak. …
Check out this video on how to properly point a stone wall! It is very important to make sure that you maintain your masonry building structures. One of the best ways of doing so is by making sure it stays properly pointed. When you see mortar joints that are cracking and beginning to fall out, …
The effects of using the incorrect mortar in a building are long lasting. This is why care and patience are required when choosing which mortar is right for your building structure. Modern mortar typical utilizes cement known as Portland cement, which is then mixed with sand and water. Some mortars call for lime to be …