Mortar Repair - The Art of Tuck pointing

If you have an older home or have had recent settlement in your homes foundation, you are probably a candidate for tuck pointing. What is tuck pointing you ask? Good question.
Tuck pointing is the process of filling in missing, cracked or deteriorated mortar joints in masonry walls. In this process the installer removes the damaged mortar if necessary, then installs fresh pointing mortar into the open mortar joint by 'tucking' or pushing it into the damaged joint with a 'tuck pointer' or a 'pointing tool'. He will also color blend the new pointing mortar to match the existing mortar color as close as possible. Once the mortar has been 'tucked' into place, the installer will use several different tools to 'tool' or finish the fresh pointing mortar so that the joint finish matches the existing mortar joint finish.
Sound tedious doesn't it?
Well it is and though the average homeowner can get mortar from a DYI center and push it into a joint, it can and usually results in a sloppy or smeared finish. Though this will close the mortar joint from the elements which is good, the unsightly finish may or may not be acceptable to a homeowner depending on the location and situation.
If you want the joint to 'disappear' with the repair, then you may wish to contact and experienced masonry repair professional. You will want to look for someone who is not only an expert but is artistic and able to match and blend colors so that the final mortar color matches the existing. He must also have the knowledge to understand the proper time to 'tool' the fresh pointing mortar as well as the proper tooling sequence that makes for a seamless final appearance.
Who would be in need of this service?
If you see cracks in your brick, block or stone you are in need of tuck pointing. Whether you choose to do this repair yourself or hire a professional will be determined by the final results you are looking for.
For a seamless repair that 'disappears' we recommend that you contact your masonry repair professional for further evaluation.
If you are planning to Tuck Pointed Homes Melbourne according to your needs and requirements, then you should hire H2O pressure cleaning. They are a cleaning service providing company based in Melbourne with over 28 years of experiences. They specialized in Pressure Washing Melbourne, Render Facades Melbourne, Tuck Pointed Facades and Domestic & Commercial Restoration Projects Melbourne. For more information about them contact them at 0419 392 575 or visit their website at https://www.h2opressurecleaning.com.au/.
Location: 39 Willow Rd, Frankston VIC 3199, Australia

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Using Pressure Cleaners for Brick Cleaning Melbourne Walls

Brick Cleaning Melbourne walls are made ultra easy with pressure cleaners, an innovative machine that relives the burden of manually removing tough stains, dirt and grime. With this amazing machine you can blast away all signs of dirt within minutes and your brick walls will be sparkling with cleanliness. Though brick walls can seem difficult to maintain, the process is made so easy with a pressure cleaning machine and thus you should definitely invest in such a machine to make your walls look fantastic. However, there are certain things to keep in mind when using pressure cleaners to clean brick walls. Firstly you will have to evaluate the area around the wall and protect it from the onset of forceful water. You can do this by covering all areas adjacent to the wall you are about to clean. Ignoring this step can lead to serious damage so it is worth taking the time out to ensure that all vulnerable areas are protected from the onslaught of water. Next you will have to consider wh...
Read more

Working Wisely With Pressure Washing Melbourne Professionals

Pressure Washing Melbourne services are nothing but cleaners who work with pressure washers. They clean properties and cars with the help of pressure washers. With the help of pressure washer water is sprayed on the area with great force machine. It would take a professional to skillfully work with a pressure washer. Pressure washers are though available easily in the market, but generally we do not have enough time to deal with the cleaning work in our busy schedule. How to select waterproofing service and selecting a right waterproofing service is a tough task. There are various points one must consider while selecting a water proofing service. Few of those important factors are as follows: Working with only reputed companies Reputed companies in industry are those industries that have worked for various clients and have very positive review of its clients. A wrong company would always have negative reviews in the market and it is not advisable to work with these firms even if t...
Read more

How to Do Brick Cleaning Melbourne For Interior and Exterior Walls?

  The walls are supposed to be last, and the strong brick walls are a great joy of safety. But have you ever thought the brick walls also require care and cleaning? Yes, they do. Either it's an exterior wall or interior section of your home; bricks need to get a proper cleaning. The adequately built brick structure and the aesthetic of the newly built brick building are unmatched and appealing. However, post-construction cleaning is also as important as making a brick-building to improve a brand-new constructed home. So, it is vitally essential to put all your effort and attention into clean-up bricks walls. Here we have compiled a few simple tips that will help you learn the easy cleaning of brick walls . Let's begin! Clean the Wall with the help of Broom The bristle of the broom is used to withdraw dirt and dust from the wall. Make sure to clean the wall properly without leaving any space on the wall. Brush it in both vertical and horizontal directions to dislodge debr...
Read more