Pointing limestone block

Discussion in 'Builders' Talk' started by flumper33, May 15, 2020.

  1. flumper33

    flumper33 New Member

    Hi I have a very old limestone block built house (portland stone) approx 270 years old, it needs repointing I am quite capable of doing this job but I want to get the mortar mix just right I know I need to use lime,sharp sand possibly cement and also has been suggested to use stone dust in the mix but I want to make sure I get the mix just right the house is exposed and does suffer greatly from winds especially in the autumn/winter which when raining really drives the rain in to the house any advice would be greatly appreciated.
    Thanks
     
  2. Joe the Plumber

    Joe the Plumber Screwfix Select

  3. Abrickie

    Abrickie Screwfix Select

    :) We believe you Joe;)

    Crushed stone was often added to the sand to give it body, it also adds strength and speeds up setting times,as well as colouring the mortar, sea shells and coal dust were also used
     
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  4. David Hatim

    David Hatim Active Member

    As above. This is the best advice. If you can find a comparison company locally all the better, they will give you the best advice
     
  5. Just out of interest, the property isn’t listed is it?
     
  6. flumper33

    flumper33 New Member

    no the property isnt listed
     
  7. flumper33

    flumper33 New Member

    no the property isnt listed
     

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