Tuck pointing Services Melbourne

Tuck Pointing

Tuck pointing is the repair and restoration of the joints between brickwork and the mortar. This is done to produce a clean line between the joints and the bricks giving the impression of finer detail and workman ship bringing the facade to life. Tuckpointing also helps to repel water and stop damage that naturally happens over time. This will add not only value to your property but also help protect the joints and mortar from future damage. Tuckpointing, when done by professionals such as Tuck Pointing Works Melbourne, will only need to be done once in a life time and we stand by our workman ship offering a 10 year guarantee.Tuckpointingworks melb, Melbournes tuckpointing specialists, will offer samples of different size tucks, different colours, different shades of mortar stopping, to match the brickwork of the facade .We will not proceed with the tuckpointing, unless both parties are on the same page. We carefully remove old Tuckpointing and repoint any loose mortar joints to increase the strength of the brickwork . Tuckpointing works Melbourne believes the preperation of the facade is an  important part to the restoration , the finished product .

Re-Pointing

Repointing is the process of repairing and replacing the mortar which has been damaged overtime. The damage can happen due to the harsh Australian Climate. Not only the rain can damage the building but also the heat. By re pointing the brickwork , the building will be restored and given greater strength and stop internal or external cracking as well as rising damp. These problems can be found on older houses that have been left to the elements, without restoring the mortar by re- pointing it can detract not only from the stability but from the appearance and from the value. Tuckpointingworks Melbourne repoints using different coloured sands  in the mortar mix to match with the existing mortar. Old or loose mortar is  removed carefully  and replaced increasing the strength of the brickwork and once again protecting your  home. There are different joints used to finish the repoint :roll joint, struck, raking ,flush . These are the most common used to finish the restoration. When complete Tuckpointingworks melbourne will acidwash the brickwork by hand , being carefull not to damage the new mortar and create the perfect finish.

Blending

Blending is the process of colour matching the new tuck pointing back to the original tuck pointing. This is done so the repair is a near perfect match . Tuckpointingworks Melbourne are highly skilled in the process of blending both Tuckpointing and repointing. This art has been mastered over many years and we stand by our work. When a new brick is placed into an Existing wall the new bricks may stand out. By blending the colour of the bricks to match the area ,the repaired wall will become as one.

Brick repairs

Replacing bricks  is a very important aspect of maintaining  and restoring your home. Over time bricks may become brittle and or loose. These bricks need to be replaced to protect the integrity of and the strength of the walls as well as for aesthetic reasons. We deal not only in the actual building itself but also fences, Carports, Chimneys, fireplaces,garages and any other Brickwork restoration. Brick walls on the boundary of a property must be maintained not only to help protect from the elements but also to make sure they are safe. This is done by carefully removing any damaged bricks and or mortar and replacing them in a manner that will not effect the structural stability of the said area. This must be done by a qualified tradesman and that is why tuckpointing works is well established in the industry as a leader in it's field.

Brick Cleaning

Brick cleaning is an extremely important part of maintaining not only the apperarence of any brick works but also in protecting the structure. The bricks need to be cleaned in a Specific manner so the mortar is not weakend or damaged in anyway. We do this by hand so there are no blow outs . Pressure washing is used when  no damage will occur,This includes removing any  paintwork, cleaning the mortar, Repairing the Mortar and defective workmanship from time gone by. Other trades can also effect the aesthetics of the bricks. To fix this we will professionally pressure wash the bricks and or brick walls, driveways, verandah's and other brick works. This should only be done by a professional to maintain the appearance of any workman ship.

Brick Colouring

When old bricks become tired looking, which is a natural process overtime, they need a face lift. This is done by applying our Brick colouring treatment. This process restores the former appearance of the bricks back to their original glory. This process can make any old bricks come to life. Brick colouring is also used to match new brickworks back to the original colour of the facade. Most bricks can be colour matched in this process making them either lighter or darker as required. New bricks can be blended to match existing.        

Tuck Pointing Services Melbourne