The very strength that makes mortar so useful also makes it a real pain to remove, but these tools can make short work of ...

If you can see noticeable cracking in the mortar and the brick, it indicates moisture penetration, so repairing the mortar is likely necessary. Gaps.

To get the best results, chisel or grind out some of the old mortar in between the brick. It would be ideal if the new mortar is applied to a depth of at least 3/8 inch or about 9mm in the joint.

To get the best results, chisel or grind out some of the old mortar in between the brick. It would be ideal if the new mortar is applied to a depth of at least 3/8 inch or about 9 mm in the joint.

Dear Tim: I have a lovely brick patio that has mortar between the brick. After pressure-washing it this past weekend, I noticed several locations where the mortar has disintegrated. Most of the ...

For 19th century brick, the Vieux Carre Commission suggests a mortar comprised of one part Portland cement, three parts lime, nine parts sand and "enough water to form a workable mix." ...

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