When it comes to constructing a walkway that leads to your home or throughout your yard, you are faced with a lot of different options – including concrete vs brick walkways. Concrete and brick are easily two of the most common options for walkways in Toronto, and for good reason, …
Historic Lime vs Cement Mortar: How to Know What Type of Mortar You Have
In this blog, we are going to be discussing how to tell the difference between historic lime mortar and its modern-day counterpart, cement mortar. Mortar is the material responsible for holding together brick, stone and other masonry units – it plays an incredibly important role in the stability of a …
How to Know If Your Bricks Need to be Replaced or Repaired
If you’re looking at cracked or damaged masonry, it’s important to know that the damage will worsen without proper treatment. The key is to find out if your bricks need to be replaced or repaired. Luckily, there are four ways you can tell. 4 Ways to Tell if Bricks Need …
How to Keep Interior Bricks in Good Condition
In Toronto, interior brick walls are a common feature in homes and businesses. They add warmth, beauty and charm, but they also require a special level of care to keep them looking their best. Since brick is a porous material, it stains easily and isn’t always the easiest surface to …
When and Why Do You Need Tuckpointing in Toronto?
Tuckpointing in Toronto is a common repair, but there are some pros and cons to tuckpointing. It’s not always the best solution, depending on the state of mortar joints. After all, mortar joints are incredibly important when it comes to holding together a brick wall or structure of any kind. …