What Is Brick Pointing? Why Should You Get It Done?

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What Is Brick Pointing? Why Should You Get It
Done?
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• Like everything else, the structure of your brick
  walls eventually deteriorates. The brick mortar
  between the mortar joints eventually tends to
  wither away, and atmospheric agents play a major
  role in this. Its even possible to find some
  bricks breaking off when water seeps into the
  joints. For this reason, you will need to use
  brick pointing to revitalize the structure of
  your bricks. This involves using cement mortar or
  lime mortar to repair or finish the brick mortar
  joints.
• Brick pointing is required for the entire
  structure because it is difficult to determine
  which brick points are affected by atmospheric
  air or water. The procedure is carried out up to
  1020 mm, and it usually results in a good,
  sturdy structure with an even, aesthetically
  pleasing appearance. The following are the
  techniques used by contractors for brick pointing

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• Flush pointing
• Due to its lack of tolerance for atmospheric
  damage, this is the most frequently used brick
  pointing method. The raked joints are
  hard-pressed into the mortar while a masonry unit
  completes the flush. After that, the edges are
  carefully trimmed with a trowel or straight edge.
  Although this type of brick pointing wont look
  the best, it will help keep any damages that will
  occur later. It makes sure that the dust and
  water cannot get inside and deteriorate the
  building.

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• Struck pointing
• Water can run off the wall with this type of
  brick pointing because it doesnt seep in too
  quickly. With the exception that the mortar
  fillings have inclined direction, it is similar
  to flush pointing in most respects. Its face is
  pushed inward to a height of approximately 10 mm
  from the upper side, creating an inclined
  position that facilitates easy water drainage.

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• Grooved pointing
• This is another version of flush pointing
  modification. Grooved pointers are appropriate
  for ashlar or masonry projects. They create an
  elegant appearance when a tool is used to form a
  semi-circle shape after mortar filler has been
  applied to the joints. Similar to rubbed
  pointing, all of these pointing structures form
  when a suitable tool is used to make the groove
  at half of the height.

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• Tuck pointing
• This involves cleaning out old mortar from joints
  and adding new mortar that complements the
  bricks. The mortar joints are then filled in the
  center with filets or lines of putty in a
  contrasting color. The center of the groove is
  carved out for a thin channel that is 3 mm deep
  and 5 mm wide. White putty cement is then poured
  into the hollow. It is referred to as half
  tuckpointing or bastard pointing if the
  projections are made in the form of mortar.

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• Beaded pointing
• You can use steel or an iron with a concave edge
  to create this beaded groove. Although it will
  look flawless, this kind of brick pointing is
  more prone to break. Your bricks will begin to
  crumble due to atmospheric damage and the gaps
  are created by the grooves allowing water to seep
  in.
• Although brick pointing is difficult, brick
  pointing contractors can complete the task
  correctly for you. Ensure that you employ one
  from RZ Constructions.

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• RZ Construction Group Inc is one of the best
  fully inclusive general contractors in Queens NY.
  From initial design to final clean up, our
  results speak for themselves. We are fully
  licensed, insured, and bonded to provide both
  commercial and residential construction services
  to customers in Astoria and the surrounding area.
  We offer all kinds of services related to masonry
  in Queens, NY. Proud to serve New York State for
  25 years. No job is too small nor too big. If you
  are looking for brick pointing in Queens, NY or
  want to know more about our wide range of
  professional but affordable construction and
  repair services, reach out to us at (718)
  938-9887.