1victorianfarmhouse
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Reading through this forum is a lot of fun....thanks to all the experts who contribute their time and expertise. Slowly I'm realizing how much I'm learning..and how much time it all takes, but it's fun!
I have a 110 year old house, with basement walls consisting of rubble stone topped with red brick. I have a few questions.
These were covered with a coating of mortar that is coming off in big sheets and bits. The tuckpointing is turning to sand in many areas. I am about to start new tuckpointing, but wanted to get some expert advice on the cement/mortar mix. I have heard of issues with old bricks not agreeing with new cement/mortar.
In addition, I have several bricks that are flaking apart, even though they are dry. Am I correct in thinking they should be replaced as there is noting that can really be done to prevent them from deteriorating further?
Lastly, some of the brick sections have been painted white. What is the best way to remove the paint, light sandblasting? I want to return the walls to their natural brick and stone.
As always, thanks!
vince
I have a 110 year old house, with basement walls consisting of rubble stone topped with red brick. I have a few questions.
These were covered with a coating of mortar that is coming off in big sheets and bits. The tuckpointing is turning to sand in many areas. I am about to start new tuckpointing, but wanted to get some expert advice on the cement/mortar mix. I have heard of issues with old bricks not agreeing with new cement/mortar.
In addition, I have several bricks that are flaking apart, even though they are dry. Am I correct in thinking they should be replaced as there is noting that can really be done to prevent them from deteriorating further?
Lastly, some of the brick sections have been painted white. What is the best way to remove the paint, light sandblasting? I want to return the walls to their natural brick and stone.
As always, thanks!
vince