I was particularly interested in this because the brick in our own 1889 house– is held together with a lime-mortar that has to be specially mixed for tuck-pointing (repair). It is seldom used today in new construction– now, mostly Portland Cement. The advantages of lime include a slow ...
Gates and railings–first impressions are important. Repair any damage to gates and fences affecting the entrance way. An unattractive home may stop people from booking a viewing, which is a real shame as these are the cheapest and easiest features to fix out of all of the suggestions in th...
If your brick is cracked or loose, however, you may need to repair the damage with mortar. With time and a little elbow grease, your brick will look as good as new! Method 1 Cleaning Dirty Bricks with Household Items Download Article 1 Vacuum any dust and dirt. Use a vacuum ...