Without brick staining, eventually, your building would look like a mish-mash of different-colored bricks thrown together on the same wall, chimney, or roof. Way back when, that’s exactly what happened. Some people like the vintage look of a variety of brick shades on the same masonry wall, but others want a more polished, uniform look. … Continue reading “How Long Does Brick Stain Last?”
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How Does a Mortar Work? And What You Need to Know About it
For the aspiring DIY mason, it’s important to understand the basics. Like how does a mortar work or anything else related to masonry. Skipping over the fundamentals can land you in a world of trouble and leave a huge dent in your wallet. If you want to be successful, take the time to learn about … Continue reading “How Does a Mortar Work? And What You Need to Know About it”
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Masonry Wall Reinforcement Requirements
In the past, masonry walls that were weight-bearing or too large felt the brunt of natural disasters, high winds, shoddy work quality, and other factors. When not properly reinforced, masonry walls collapse, often bringing whatever is on top of them down with them. That’s a dangerous proposition, so modern building codes now require sufficient reinforcement … Continue reading “Masonry Wall Reinforcement Requirements”
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Mortar Mixer vs Cement Mixer. Which One to Choose
If you’re thinking about taking on a DIY masonry project, don’t confuse mortar with cement. It’s true, both are made from mixing Portland cement with sand and water. However, cement has an added stony component that changes the outcome after it’s hardened. It might look similar from a distance when it’s wet but using cement … Continue reading “Mortar Mixer vs Cement Mixer. Which One to Choose”
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How to Clean Mortar Off Stone. Quick and Easy Guide
The mortar that smears onto brick is a common problem. That’s unfortunate because usually, it indicates sloppy work quality. People want to find ways to remove mortar to give their stones or bricks neater lines and a cleaner finish. That, or you’re interested in removing mortar that’s on older stones and bricks you plan to … Continue reading “How to Clean Mortar Off Stone. Quick and Easy Guide”
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