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by Johnd1881
Mon Jul 26, 2021 11:13 pm
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: External render wall
Replies: 2
Views: 1816

Re: External render wall

Many thanks for the reply. Currently the unrendered breeze block side of is covered by chippings but I see your point. I suppose the question is if I get someone in to render the other side would this sort the issue ?
by Johnd1881
Sat Jul 24, 2021 1:30 pm
Forum: Brickwork and Blockwork Forum
Topic: External render wall
Replies: 2
Views: 1816

External render wall

Hi, I wonder if someone could help me with the below query? I have a breeze block wall which has been painted on the front side with 2 coats of Valspor masonry paint. Unfortunately there has been significant flaking. We believe this may be down to either the builder not putting any damp course when ...
by Johnd1881
Sun Jun 27, 2021 6:48 pm
Forum: Concreting, Drives, Paths and Patios Forum
Topic: Grey Sandstone slabs - can they be darkened?
Replies: 0
Views: 2063

Grey Sandstone slabs - can they be darkened?

Hi, I have a patio of light grey sandstone slabs. When they went down they looked amazing but I've found out over time they mark/stain really easily even after 2 coats of EasySeal protector. I would like to darken then but the companies I've spoke to give me the same answer, their products aren't su...
by Johnd1881
Sun Jun 27, 2021 6:46 pm
Forum: Concreting, Drives, Paths and Patios Forum
Topic: EasyJoint pointing in patio broken up
Replies: 2
Views: 3474

Re: EasyJoint pointing in patio broken up

Many thanks for reply. I'll get quote for the repointing.
by Johnd1881
Tue Jun 22, 2021 9:13 pm
Forum: Concreting, Drives, Paths and Patios Forum
Topic: EasyJoint pointing in patio broken up
Replies: 2
Views: 3474

EasyJoint pointing in patio broken up

Hi all, I have a query and wondering if someone can help? I've had my patio for around 2 years now. It's a natural stone (light grey). The builder laying the patio insisted on a concrete base Which wasn't an issue but instead of pointing he used EasyJoint. Initially this looked amazing. However afte...
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